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Pupil mental health
Mental health is linked to academic performance, and school staff need to create a positive environment that promotes better wellbeing.
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Defining stress is a complex process as it can mean different things to different people. Tina Rae gives advice on how to recognise stress in your pupils, as well as detailing practical approaches to tackling it
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How can school leaders support staff, pupils and families as they transition back from their varied lockdown experiences? Download this eight step framework for guidance
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The RSE curriculum states that all pupils need to be taught about mental wellbeing. What does this mean in practice? Kelly Hannaghan shares ways to teach pupils about recognising and understanding emotions
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The busyness and unpredictable nature of school life can increase stress and anxiety, particularly for children with special educational needs. Nicola Harvey shares strategies to support the wellbeing of children in a special school
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Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues in schools. Share this poster to build understanding of the symptoms of anxiety and to signpost sources of support
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Many children will grow up with a parent or carer with some degree of mental illness. Dr Rina Bajaj looks at ways to support these parents and key tips for difficult conversations surrounding mental health
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What is compulsive gaming, what are the risks and how can schools support parents?
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Get expert advice on making CAMHS referrals and planning the right support for pupils from Roger Catchpole, training and development manager for Young Minds
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What does mental health provision in schools look like in practice? Zoe Dale provides a framework for planning your approach
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Self-harm in young people has drastically increased during recent years. Charlie Roden highlights six key things schools need to consider when supporting their students