Support for Our Students

Students who need support can access this in a variety of ways:

• Their Tutor
• Head of House
• Assistant Head of House

or any other adult that they feel able to trust.

If a student experiences any form of bullying or harassment, they are encouraged to report it to any of the above, anonymously via the red post box in Crane House or here.

If a student has tried various routes, then a referral to Place2Be may be appropriate for more targeted small group or individual support.

This website draws together a range of support links on attendance, mental health, bullying, SEND, children in care: https://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/back-into-school/resources-for-families/

To access other support, please visit the following sites:

Parenting Advice https://parentingsmart.place2be.org.uk/

Childline https://www.childline.org.uk/

The UK Children’s Charity https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/our-services/nspcc-helpline/

Counselling for Young People https://www.kooth.com/

Crisis Support https://giveusashout.org/

Child Bereavement https://childbereavement.org/

Eating Issues https://beateatingdisorders.co.uk/

Suicidal Thoughts Support https://papyrus-uk.org/

Self-Injury Support https://selfinjurysupport.org.uk

Some helplines are also open 24/7 if you want to talk about:

• Anything at all – call Samaritans 116 123
• Abuse – call Childline on 0800 1111
• Crime and traumatic events – call Victim Support on 0808 168 9111
• Crisis support – text SHOUT TO 85258
• Drugs and alcohol – call FRANK ON 0300 123 6600
• Suicidal thoughts – call  HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 4141
• NHS Chathealth is a confidential texting service for young people aged 11-19, and their parents to seek advice. Young people can text the school health team about any concerns or health issues on 07520 618850, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.