At St Paul's Walden Primary School, we are committed to supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of our pupils, staff and community. We know that everyone experiences life challenges that can make us vulnerable and at times, anyone may need additional emotional support. We take the view that positive mental health is everybody’s business and that we all have a role to play.
At our school we:
Parents and carers.
Parents or carers should approach their child/children’s class teacher if they have any mental health concerns. This will be cascaded to the Mental Health Leader for assessment. In addition to offering support within school, we may also discuss with you additional support mechanisms available to you from the following agencies:
The links and information in this page will provide support for you, your child and people in the wider community.
Foodbank support in our area
https://letchworth.foodbank.org.uk/get-help/
https://m.facebook.com/codicotefoodbank/posts
Covid-19 Support and information, including information on how to talk to your children about coronavirus.
Public Health England Document
https://www.actionforhappiness.org/news/how-to-keep-mentally-healthy-during-uncertain-times
https://www.mindheart.co/descargables
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51204456
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters
General Wellbeing and Parenting
https://www.careforthefamily.org.uk/family-life/parent-support/parent-support-organisations
https://www.covid19parenting.com/home
https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/youth-wellbeing/
https://www.actionforhappiness.org/10-keys-to-happier-living