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Mental Health
It's really important to find, and practice, positive ways of thinking as they can help you through life's ups and downs. There are some simple things that everyone can do that can help boost your mood and keep you happy. They're easy to do and don't have to cost a penny.
They're known as the 5 ways to wellbeing and they are:
More information about these can be found at: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/guides-tools-and-activities/five-steps-to-mental-wellbeing/
The following websites provide advice about mental health support:
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/
https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health
If you would like support in school, you can message via email or TEAMS or pop in to see any of the Pastoral Support Officers:
Mrs Bazire-Smith (Years 7 and 8) in the Lower School Office – kbs@bishopwordsworths.org.uk
Mrs Jacobs (Years 9-11) in the Pastoral Support Office (next to W13) – esj@bishopwordsworths.org.uk
Mrs Stoneham (Years 12-13) in the Sixth Form Office – sls@bishopwordsworths.org.uk
Or pop in to see the school nurse at the drop in clinic on a Thursday lunchtime in the Pastoral Support Office, if you would prefer a longer appointment you can message her on the chat health number: 07480 635513
Information for Parents for Supporting Children/Young People with their mental health can be found at:
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/