The World Health Organisation defines mental health as “a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.”
Promoting children’s well-being is a key part of keeping them safe and is everyone’s responsibility. We recognise that children who have their mental health and well-being promoted, are better equiped to be successful in school because:
This academic year we have worked in partnership with LSLSSP to help children settle back into school. Our four well-being ambassadors work closely with Mrs Houghton to promote health and well-being in school. The training has equipped our school and we are on the journey of promoting an open dialogue and to reduce the stigma attached to mental health.
At Huncote we recognise that our community have had two years of disruption and hardship due to the global pandemic. Therefore it has been paramount that we weave promoting a positive culture for mental health and well-being into everyday life. Living a positive and healthy lifestyle is encouraged through our PSHE programme Jigsaw, assemblies, our school values, PE, computing and internet safety.
If you have any concerns, worries or questions about your child’s mental health or well-being, please speak to your child’s class teacher in the first instance or speak to Mrs Houghton or Mrs Hunter (SENCo).
NHS – Leicestershire and Rutland Services
Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families
September – Returning to School
October – Eating Habits
November – Anxiety
December – Internet Safety
January – Depression
February – Body Image
March – Confidence
April – Physical Activity