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Mental Health and Wellbeing at Marriotts
Good Mental Health and Wellbeing helps children and young people to develop, attend school, engage in learning, and fulfil their potential. Schools and colleges contribute to wellbeing by providing a safe, calm, and supportive learning environment, and early targeted support for students needing help. Embedding an evidence-based, holistic, whole school approach helps achieve this. At Marriotts School we have a whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing.
The aim of the Mental Health and Wellbeing strategy is to ensure that all stakeholders are aware and can access support and development for their own mental health to help break down barriers to further development.
The eight principles of the whole school approach are:
- Leadership and management that supports and champions efforts to promote mental health and wellbeing.
- An ethos and environment that promotes respect and values diversity.
- Curriculum, teaching and learning to promote resilience and support social and emotional learning.
- Enabling student voice to influence decisions.
- Staff development, health and wellbeing to support their own wellbeing and that of students.
- Identifying need and monitoring impact of interventions.
- Working with parents and carers to offer a support network of information
- Targeted support and appropriate referrals to meet the needs of stakeholders.
Hertfordshire Children and Young People's Mental Health Service Directory
The links below for more information
| Feeling worried?
Here you will find information about dealing with worries and anxieties. | Feeling Low?
Here you will find useful information to help lift your mood. | Being bullied online?
Here you will find help for if you are dealing with cyberbullying. |
| Feeling stressed about exams?
Here you will find practical information for dealing with exam stress. | Feeling the effects of peer pressure?
Here you will find help for dealing with your peers | Having trouble sleeping?
Here you will find practical tips to help you get a good nights sleep. |
| Want to know more about the 5 ways to wellbeing?
Here you will find information about the 5 ways to wellbeing. | Want to know more about our Mental Health Champions?
Here you will find more information about our Mental Health Champions. | Want to know more about apps and websites that can help you look about your wellbeing?
Here you will find information about apps and websites available to you. |
Who can you talk to during the School day?
If you have a worry or an issue you can speak to any member of staff you feel comfortable speaking to, but for each Year Group we have a dedicated Riaing Standards Leader and Head of Year. They are responsible for;
- your mental health and wellbeing
- your safeguarding
- monitoring behaviour and attendance
- celebrating your success and encouraging you to achieve even more
- working together with you and your family to overcome any obstacles
- monitoring your progress in lessons and supporting you to reach your potential
- supporting you with any welfare issues and being someone you can talk to
You can also email: Worried@marriotts.herts.sch.uk at any time of day or night if you need someone to talk to and someone will respond within 24 hours to your concern.
Who can I speak to outside the School?
At times you might find the need to speak to someone during the evening, at weekend or during the holidays. If you feel that you may need help from someone outside of school, please see below for some useful links to information from other sources.
- Childline: www.childline.org.uk or call 0800 11 1
- Kidscape: www.kidscape.org.uk or call 020 7730 3300
- Kooth: www.kooth.com
- Mind: www.mind.org.uk
- NHS: www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/childrens-mental-health/
- Samaritans: www.www.samaritans.org or call 116 123 for free
- Young Minds: www.youngminds.org.uk
- Place2Be – improving mental health: www.place2be.org.uk
- Living Life to the Full, lots of support including CBT: https://llttf.com/
- Talk To Frank – https://www.talktofrank.com/
- Kaleidoscope Group: www.kaleidoscopeplus.org.uk
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How to support a friend
Bereavement
Here are a few resources that may be helpful for teenagers in the UK coping with bereavement:
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Child Bereavement UK: A charity that provides support and resources for children, young people, and families affected by bereavement. They offer a helpline and online support groups.
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Winston's Wish: A charity that provides support for children and young people who have been bereaved, including a helpline, online resources, and face-to-face support groups.
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Cruse Bereavement Care: A charity that provides support and resources for people who have been bereaved, including a helpline, online resources, and face-to-face support groups.
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The Samaritans: A confidential helpline (116 123) for anyone struggling to cope, including those who have been bereaved.
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Grief Encounter: A charity that provides emotional support, information and guidance for children, young people and families who are affected by loss.
It's important to remember that bereavement is a difficult process, and everyone grieves differently. Please seek help and support if you need it by talking to a trusted adult in school or at home.
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Domestic Violence
Refuge
Support for women and children who are victims of domestic abuse.
Drug Misuse
Here are a few resources that may be helpful for teenagers in the UK struggling with drug misuse:
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Talk to Frank: Confidential information and support on drugs, as well as a helpline (08080 804 804) and online chat service.
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NHS Substance Misuse Services: The National Health Service (NHS) provides information on local substance misuse services, including support groups and treatment centers.
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Childline: Confidential support and advice for children and young people, including information on drug misuse and how to access help.
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YoungMinds: An organization that provides information, support, and resources for young people dealing with mental health issues, including drug and alcohol misuse.
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Adfam: A charity that provides support and information for families affected by drug and alcohol misuse, including online resources and support groups.
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Youth Access: An organization that provides information and support on a wide range of issues facing young people, including drug and alcohol misuse.
It's important to remember that support and treatment are available, and that recovery is possible. Encourage them to seek help and support.
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Eating Disorders
- Beat - https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/
- The National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCED) - https://eating-disorders.org.uk/
- Child Growth Foundation - https://www.cgf.org.uk/
- YMCA Eating Disorders Support - https://www.ymca.org.uk/what-we-do/health/eating-disorders-support/
- The Butterfly Foundation - https://thebutterflyfoundation.org.uk/
It's important to remember that professional help should be sought if you or a loved one is struggling with an eating disorder. These organizations can provide support and resources, but they are not a substitute for professional treatment.
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Self harm
- ChildLine - https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/your-feelings/self-harm/
- Samaritans - https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/support-and-information/if-youre-having-difficult-time/self-harm/
- Papyrus - https://www.papyrus-uk.org/
- The Mix - https://www.themix.org.uk/mental-health/self-harm
- YoungMinds - https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/feelings-and-symptoms/self-harm/
It's important to remember that professional help should be sought if you or a loved one is struggling with self-harm. These organizations can provide support and resources, but they are not a substitute for professional treatment. It may also be helpful to speak with a GP or school counselor as they can provide additional support and refer you to a specialist if needed.
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