Wellbeing
At Palm Bay Primary School, we are committed to supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of our pupils and staff. 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:
- help children to understand their emotions and feelings better
- help children feel comfortable sharing any concerns or worries
- help children socially to form and maintain relationships
- promote self esteem and ensure children know that they count
- encourage children to be confident and ‘dare to be different’
- help children to develop emotional resilience and to manage setbacks
Emotional Wellbeing Team (EWT)
We have an Emotional Wellbeing Team at Palm Bay Primary School. From time to time, children and young people need additional support with their emotional wellbeing and mental health, so the EWT are here to help. Getting the right support early can prevent problems getting bigger, so that your child can enjoy school, home, time with family & friends, and other activities.
The EWT provide support to all children in the school, and work together with everyone in the school community to promote a ‘whole school approach’ to emotional wellbeing and mental health. They can also work with children and their parents/carers in group or 1:1 sessions to support with specific problems.
EWT have several ways to support your child, including:
- Whole school activities and workshops to promote emotional wellbeing and increase understanding of how to take care of our mental health.
- Group and 1:1 sessions to support parents/carers including:
- Supporting your children with worries and fears
- Understanding your child's behavior
Please contact the office to request further information.
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Useful links
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/
A public health England and NHS site to help people take simple steps to look after their mental health, improve their mental wellbeing and support others.
https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/
Quality-assured information, advice and resources to help primary schools understand and promote children’s mental health and wellbeing.
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PANTS is a simple way to talk to children about staying safe from sexual abuse.
Leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.
The Charlie Waller Memorial Trust give people practical strategies to take care of their mental wellbeing.
Mental Health UK supports people affected by mental health problems including friends, family and carers. Working across the UK, we bring together experts from four national mental health charities to improve understanding and provide vital care.