Pupil mental health

  • Dealing with anxiety about world events
    Talking to pupils about events happening in the world can help them feel safe and calm. Nicola Harvey offers ways to respond to their concerns and support wellbeing
  • What is neurodiversity?
    Neurodiverse pupils may have different needs which must be supported in the classroom. Our experts discuss how schools can achieve this and be more inclusive
  • What is self-compassion, and why do we need it?
    Practicing self-compassion can improve wellbeing and resilience, as well as reducing the risk of stress and burnout. Julie Johnson explains how
  • Poster: Be a star of your emotions
    Learning how to recognise and manage our emotions is a valuable skill. Use this poster to encourage pupils (and staff!) to stop, take a breath, and relax
  • Video CPD: Responding to self-harm
    How confident would you be in talking to a pupil about self-harm? In this video, Nicola Harvey explores ways to respond to and help a pupil who might be self-harming
  • Video CPD: Understanding and recognising self-harm
    Self-harm is on the increase among children and young people. Use this video to better understand and be ready to spot the signs of possible self-harming
  • Job description: designated mental health lead
    The government recommends that all schools and colleges have a designated mental health lead (DMHL), also known as a designated lead for mental health (DLMH) or wellbeing lead. Kelly Hannagan provides a customisable template to help you compile an appropriate job description
  • Spotting and supporting students with social anxiety
    What is social anxiety, and why is it a problem for learners? What strategies can be used to alleviate anxiety in the classroom? Read top tips and watch the workshop video
  • Helping pupils to manage anxiety
    Anxiety was increasing amongst children and young people even before the pandemic. Adele Bates looks at how anxiety might manifest itself in pupils, and suggests strategies to help to manage their anxiety in the classroom
  • Video: Supporting young people affected by depression
    Sam Garner shares strategies for supporting young people who are affected by low mood and depression

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