At St. Mary's, we aim to promote positive mental health for every child, parent / carer and staff.  We achieve this using both universal, whole school and specialised approaches for identified vulnerable individuals or families.

We have two school Mental Health Leads, who have been specially trained for their role within the school.

If you are struggling with your Mental Health, you are always welcome to come and speak with us in school. You can also contact the organisations below, or click on the image to go to their website.

It is widely recognised that a child’s emotional health and wellbeing influences their cognitive development and learning, as well as their physical and social health and their mental wellbeing in adulthood. The Department for Education recognises that, in order to help their pupils succeed: schools have a role to play in supporting them to be resilient and mentally healthy.

“Mental health is a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.”

(World Health Organisation)