Health and WellBeing

       Mental Health and Well Being 

Vision

Our vision at St Mary's Catholic Primary School is to develop a school community, where children can enjoy a welcoming, secure, happy and healthy environment.

 We support the emotional health and wellbeing of our children, staff and parents, where each individual is valued. Below are Links that may help you through any difficult times.

Miss White

Walk to school week 2023 

What are the benefits of Walk to School Week?

Being active and getting some exercise in the morning before arriving at school can help set kids up for a positive day; improving focus and concentration, and instilling a sense of physical and mental wellbeing.

Walk to School Week is also designed to extend further - encouraging healthy habits for life with a focus on exercise, diet and wellbeing.

There are many health benefits to walking - exercise helps develop strong bones and increase muscle strength. Walking gets the heart pumping, which can help improve cognitive function for lessons throughout the school day.

Walk to School Week also provides a great opportunity to build strong bonds in the community and enjoy increased social interaction. Walk in groups with friends and take a look at your surroundings and what you can see on your route to school. Parents and teachers are encouraged to get involved too!

Help and support services

Childline                                                                                                                                                                   

Childline is available to all children under the age of 19 years old.                                                                         

You can contact Childline about anything that is worrying you day or night.              

A help and advice charity that provides a counselling service for

children and young people. It's a free and confidential service.

Young Minds                                                                         

Young Minds provides mental health resources for young people.                             

They have a 24/7 text helpline for young people having a mental health crisis.                     

They provide information and assistance to improve mental health and emotional

well being in children and young people, as well as giving support and guidance                      

for parent/carer empowerment..                                                                                          

Samaritans