Positive affirmations statements to

help brighten your outlook on the world

3O expressed their gratitude for the delicious school lunches we receive every day

As Mental Health Lead, I hold a Masters in Positive Psychology, which has provided a focus on how the whole school addresses mental health. An example of this is the introduction of a progressive scheme of the science of wellbeing lessons from Year 1 to Year 8. Topics include identifying character strengths, cultivating positive relationships, navigating emotions, how mindfulness can support us daily, and providing opportunities to be kind and experience the kindness of others.

Having supportive named governor, Carol Cliffe, means the broader governance of the school is also fully immersed in what we are doing to support all stakeholders.

As a result, policies are much more responsive to positive mental health and how it can be promoted and sustained throughout the school.

The Wellbeing Action Group comprises staff across the school from grounds, teachers and teaching assistants passionate about championing positive mental health and wellbeing. Alongside the staff group, the Pupil Wellbeing Ambassadors are responsible for leading and promoting wellbeing throughout the school. They drive the message forward, empowering pupils to speak confidently about their mental health, reducing the stigma around it, and positively impacting their ability to do well at school.

Our accomplishment validates all the outstanding work that every member of our school community has done, not just over the last year but in all the years building up to create the positive school culture we have today.

MELANIE GENTLES

Head of Middle School & Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead