Pastoral Care

Mental Health and Wellbeing at St. George’s

At St. George’s CE Primary Academy, we are committed to promoting and supporting the emotional health, mental wellbeing, and resilience of all our pupils, families, and staff. We recognise that everyone faces challenges at different times in their lives and that, on occasion, additional support may be needed. As a caring and inclusive school community, we believe that positive mental health is everyone’s responsibility and that by working together, we can help every individual to thrive.

Rooted in our Christian values, we strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where every member of our school community feels valued, heard, and supported.

How We Promote a Mentally Healthy Environment

We support positive mental health and wellbeing by:

  • Promoting our school vision, values, and ethos, helping every child feel a sense of belonging.
  • Encouraging pupil voice and providing opportunities for children to contribute to decision-making.
  • Celebrating academic, sporting, creative, and personal achievements to build confidence and self-esteem.
  • Providing opportunities for children to take responsibility and make positive contributions to the school community.
  • Creating regular opportunities for reflection, prayer, and personal growth.
  • Ensuring access to appropriate support and guidance when needed.
  • Helping children to understand and talk about their emotions and feelings in a safe and supportive environment.
  • Encouraging children to develop resilience, coping strategies, and confidence when facing challenges and setbacks.
  • Promoting positive relationships and a culture of kindness, respect, and inclusion.

Our Inclusion Team: Mental Health and Wellbeing

At St. George’s, a range of staff work together to support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and mental health. This may include:

  • SENCO
  • Family Support Worker
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
  • External agencies and specialist support services where appropriate

Together, we work closely with families to ensure that children receive the support they need at the right time.

Levels of Pastoral Support

Universal Support

Support available to all pupils through our inclusive ethos, high-quality pastoral care, Christian values, wellbeing curriculum, and wider school experiences. This includes promoting positive relationships, emotional literacy, resilience, and healthy lifestyles.

Additional Support

Support for pupils who may be experiencing short-term difficulties or who have been affected by life events such as friendship issues, family changes, bereavement, or periods of anxiety. This may involve small-group work, pastoral support, or targeted wellbeing activities.

Targeted Support

For pupils requiring more specialised intervention, we provide personalised support plans and access to targeted programmes, mentoring, counselling services, or external agencies. These interventions are designed to meet individual needs and help pupils overcome barriers to learning and wellbeing.

At St. George’s CE Primary Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every child feels safe, supported, and empowered to flourish both emotionally and academically, enabling them to reach their full potential and live life in all its fullness.