If you are a parent of a child at the school or you are a student and would like to have a discussion in relation to mental health and wellbeing at NSB please contact Mrs Greenaway, Assistant Head for Personal Development and Senior Mental Health Lead via email on lgreenaway@nsbtrust.school 

At school we have a Mental Health Team including access to counsellors and a variety of supportive approaches and we currently have 16 members of staff who have trained as Mental Health First Aiders as well as whole staff training in relation to mental health. We are able to provide some support in school and can also signpost to external services as appropriate. In addition,  if there is a mental health concern you should also contact your GP.  

Students are able to join our weekly lunch time group as Wellbeing Ambassadors and work on certain projects and campaigns, we have a Wellbeing Drop In Cafe for 6^th Form Students three times a week and spaces within the Inclusion centre and The Wellbeing Lounge that can be accessed by students when needed. Within PSHE, Personal Development Sessions and Assemblies we provide preventative and supportive education which breaks down stigma and encourages young people to talk and where we highlight strategies for positive mental health as well as conveying the signs of certain mental health conditions and how to develop resilience and cope with exams, transitions and other key issues impacting young people. We support national and local Mental Health Campaigns, have an annual Wellbeing Fair with invited guests and create a Mental Health Newsletter three times a year. We also have guest speakers to supplement this, especially during Personal Development Week and drop down days. 

 

The Lowdown: The Lowdown  Free and confidential support for 11-25 year oldslocal support with a range of provision for young people

• Crisis Support via The Lowdown

Anna Freud: Self-Care Resources For Young People - Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children and families

Charlie Waller Trust: Charlie Waller Trust, providing mental health training, resources and consultancy with a focus on children and young people.

PAPYRUS: Prevention of Young Suicide PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.

Young Minds: Black Mental Health Matters The UK’s leading charity fighting for a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health.

Childline: Childline is there to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, their trained counsellors are here to support you. Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night. Talk to Childline by: Calling 0800 1111

Shout : A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. Contact Shout by texting ‘IMatter’ to 85258

Note: By texting the word ‘Switchboard’, Shout’s volunteers will be aware that you may need support around sexuality and/or gender identity.

Samaritans : offer listening and support to people and communities in times of need. They’re here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Get Support from the Samaritans by:

• Calling 116 123
• Emailing jo@samaritans.co.uk

Parenting Mental Health: Parenting Mental Health Specifically helping parents who are supporting a child with mental health challenges and whose needs and impact for positive change are all too often overlooked.