At Wicklea, we understand how positive wellbeing can affect our development and resilience. We understand how the wellbeing of others around us can be influenced by us and influence us. We understand that wellbeing is a fluid feeling and we all journey through periods of positive and negative mental health.
Because of this, we understand that, to promote best outcomes for the children, parents and staff at Wicklea, we want to work towards the promotion of wellness of all the members in our school community.
The World Health Organisation 2010 defines it as the following:
‘a state of mind in which an individual is able to realise his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.’
It is important because this is what we truly want for our children.
Research has proven that without emotional and physical wellbeing, students will not be able to reach their full potential. There are government expectations that schools should support students and staff to be resilient and mentally healthy. They should provide a safe environment that fosters trust and belonging and create a culture that supports mental health
It is estimated that 1 in 4 children and young people will be affected by a mental health problem each year with 1 in 10 children in UK aged between 5 years and 16 years have a diagnosable mental health condition. In an average classroom, three young people will be suffering from a diagnosable mental health issue.
Public Health England in March 2015 comment on the influence that a child’s emotional health & wellbeing has on their cognitive development & learning, as well as their physical and social health and their mental wellbeing in adulthood.
A whole school positive mental health and wellbeing approach that moves beyond learning & teaching to cover all aspects of school life has been found to be effective in bringing about sustained health benefits.
A website for parents and carers. Use the online chat or call the confidential helpline for advice and support.
Call: 0808 800 2222
A website offering support and guidance for parents.
A website offering support and guidance for parents.
Families in Focus Parenting Course:
Termly courses in Bristol for parents on anxiety and managing behaviour.
NHS England online courses and resources to support your children with their mental health
Bristol Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS):
Local advice and guidance on mental health.
A directory of guidance on child’s mental health created by professionals, including book recommendations for children and articles dealing with specific challenges to do with mental and emotional health.
Advice and support for parents, including a helpline, webchat and email response line.
Talk to a counsellor in a safe space about whatever is worrying you. They’re open 24/7, you can talk through a 1-2-1 online chat, or you can call the helpline: 0800 111
NHS:
Advice and Guidance about Mental Health.
Vita Health – NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT):
A service for adults with mental health issues with digital, phone and face-to-face support available. Self-referrals can be made or you can access it through your GP.
Mind:
Information, advice and guidance about mental health conditions as an adult.
