Mental Health & Wellbeing

Mental health difficulties can be isolating, disruptive and distressing for young people. They can affect educational attainment and have a lasting impact on an individual’s life. Research shows that more than half of all adult mental health difficulties (excluding dementia) begin before the age of 14.

At Tollgate Primary School, we are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all pupils and helping them to develop academic resilience. By embedding the principles of Academic Resilience throughout the school, pupils and staff learn how to manage change and adversity, enjoy learning, and maintain positive mental health and wellbeing.

Developing strong mental health from an early age helps children build self-esteem, regulate their emotions and engage positively with their education. In turn, this can contribute to improved academic outcomes, enhanced future employment opportunities and the ability to make positive life choices.

Talk to us…

Parents/carers – please contact us at anytime if you have concerns about your child’s wellbeing.

Pupils – please talk to us. Whether you feel more comfortable talking to your teacher or your parents, please talk.

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