Mental Health and Wellbeing

Mental Health and Wellbeing
at Church Drive Primary School

Pastoral Support at Church Drive

At Church Drive Primary School, we are committed to supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of our pupils and staff. We know that everyone experiences life challenges that can make us vulnerable and at times, anyone may need additional emotional support. We take the view that positive mental health is everybody’s business and that we all have a role to play.  

For our Mental Health & Wellbeing Policy, please click on the link below.

At our school, we promote a mentally healthy environment through:

  • Promoting our school values and encouraging a sense of belonging

  • Promoting pupil voice and opportunities to participate in decision-making

  • Celebrating academic and non-academic achievements in order to promote self-esteem

  • Providing opportunities to develop a sense of worth through taking responsibility for themselves and others

  • Providing opportunities to reflect

  • Access to appropriate support that meets their needs

  • Helping children to understand their emotions and feelings better and to feel comfortable sharing any concerns or worries

  • Helping children to develop emotional resilience and to manage setbacks 

  • sharing any concerns or worries

Helping children to develop emotional resilience and to manage setbacks 

At Church Drive, we believe that a child's welfare and learning needs must be met to ensure full access to education. Please contact the school if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child's pastoral needs.

Whilst all staff have a responsibility to promote the mental health and wellbeing of pupils, staff with a specific, relevant remit include:

  • Mrs Jones (Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead)

  • Mrs Wood (Deputy Headteacher, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and Mental Health, SENDCO )

  • Miss Cross (PSHE and Well-being Leader)