Well-being
As an academy we want to support the Mental Health and Wellbeing of our whole school community - pupils, parents/carers and staff. Please see below for our Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy and our latest information for parents with links to support for mental health and wellbeing.
What we offer your child.
Mental Health Champions
Family Link Worker
Our Mental Health Ambassadors
Joy - our therapy dog
We have our own therpay dog - Joy. Therapy dogs can change children's lives, they can make each day happier and more complete and they can offer comfort, alleviate stress and create an atmosphere of engagement, social interaction and emotional support.
Research has shown that they create a positive learning environment and they are calm, gentle and patient. Joy will offer gentle petting to serve as a reassuring presence and can help students with specific tasks to help the pupil feel more comfortable and relaxed. She will also reduce stress and relieve anxiety and can help motivate pupils to participate in learning activities.
Having a Therapy dog at school is fantastic for the children and is an enjoyable and positive experience for everyone which can help encourage positive social behaviours, enhance self esteem and inspire young people to relax and have fun.
Meet 'Joy' below our therapy puppy.
Mental Health Week 2024
The children celebrated Children's Mental Health Week. under the theme this year is ‘My Voice Matters’. They had an amazing time designing their own hats and choosing activities that support their mental health and well being. The focus was very much on maintaining good mental health
Zones of Regulation
At Studley St Mary's we use the Zones of Regulation throughout the day. We believe that children should have the opportunity to share all feelings and emotions in a safe environment at any point of the day. We also use a variety of 5 point scales to help us to recognise our emotions and identify our early warning signs.
If you would like a copy of one of the 5 Point Scales to use at home, please ask your teacher or click on the links below
Wellbeing and mental health support for children at Studley
All children learn about their wellbeing and mental health at Studley through stories, assemblies, PSHE lessons and our Christian ethos.
The photos below show the different ways that all children can access support when they need it.
- Good to Talk boxes
- Calm corners in every class
- Support from named adults
- PSHE lessons
- Access to nurture at break and lunchtimes
- Regular workshops provided by the Mental Health in Schools Team.
The SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) provision document shows in more detail what further support may be offered to children if greater needs arise.
External Support
