Wellbeing
Our wellbeing approach provides the tools, skills and insights needed to help children become more emotionally resilient
Grounded in established neuroscience, attachment theory and child development our approach draws on a wealth of experience in social work, psychotherapy, and education to:
- Help with anxiety
- Help with emotional wellbeing
- Help to build self confidence
- Look at positive ways to manage emotions.
- Help to manage behaviours in a calm manner.
As a result of implementing our wellbeing approach, children and young people are better placed to engage with their learning and with life.
If you have a wellbeing concern, you can self-refer here:
Feel free to view or download the booklets below.
My Anxiety Work through booklet
Self-esteem Work through booklet
Our comprehensive approach to whole-school wellbeing incorporates various proactive measures to identify and address the needs of our students, ensuring a supportive and nurturing learning environment.
Key components of our strategy include:
Early Identification Protocols:
- Annual SDQ tests for timely identification of needs.
- Continuous monitoring of behaviour and attendance reports.
- Teacher referrals
- Parental referrals
- Encouraging self-referral to empower students to seek assistance when needed.
Continuous Professional Development:
- Regular staff training sessions focus on refining nurturing skills.
- Emphasis on evidence-informed strategies to cultivate resilience within classrooms.
Weekly wellbeing sessions in tutor time:
- Sessions are designed to empower students with essential life skills, foster resilience, and promote a positive and supportive school culture.
- Sessions include a focus on
- Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Open dialogue and check-ins
- goal setting and reflection
- peer support and collaboration
- resilience building activities
Student Mentorship Program:
- Trained student mentors provide dedicated 1:1 support to Year 7 students.
- Availability during lunchtimes for conflict resolution and aiding students facing social challenges.
Targeted Group Interventions:
- Structured group sessions addressing esteem-building, anger management, grief, behaviour management, and fostering positive relationships.
Specialized 1:1 Wellbeing Support:
- Wellbeing leads offer personalized support to students grappling with more complex issues.
Behaviour and Welfare Team Support:
- Collaborative efforts with the Behaviour and Welfare team to instil positive behaviour for effective learning skills.
This multifaceted approach not only identifies and addresses individual needs promptly but also cultivates a positive and resilient community within our school
The Wellbeing Team
Mrs D Greenwood
Miss S Oxley
email: dgreenwood@brigantiatrust.net