Wellbeing
Wellbeing Support
At Northfield Road Primary School, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of all our pupils and their families. We know that sometimes children and families may need extra help, advice, or support. If you have any worries or concerns, please talk to your class teacher or Mrs Glover as soon as possible.
There are a number of organisations that can provide guidance and assistance:
Child Support and Safeguarding
NSPCC – Dedicated to ending child abuse. www.nspcc.org.uk
Childline – Free and confidential support for children and young people. www.childline.org.uk
Refuge – Advice on dealing with domestic violence. Tel: 0808 2000 247 (24 hour helpline) www.refuge.org.uk
BCWA - independent charity supporting survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence
Mental Health Support
Young Minds – Support for children and young people’s mental health. www.youngminds.org.uk
Anxiety UK – Support for those diagnosed with an anxiety condition. Tel: 0344 477 5774 www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Bipolar UK – Support for people living with manic depression or bipolar. www.bipolaruk.org.uk
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – For men aged 15–35. www.thecalmzone.net
Men’s Health Forum – 24/7 support for men by text, chat, and email. www.menshealthforum.org.uk
Mental Health Foundation – Provides information and support for people with mental health problems or learning disabilities. www.mentalhealth.org.uk
No Panic – Supporting sufferers of panic attacks and obsessive compulsive disorders. www.nopanic.org.uk
Rethink Mental Illness – Support and advice for people living with mental illness. www.rethink.org
Samaritans – Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair. Tel: 116 123 (free 24 hour helpline) www.samaritans.org.uk
Addiction Support
Alcoholics Anonymous – Tel: 0800 917 7650 (24 hour helpline) www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
National Gambling Helpline – Tel: 0808 8020 133 www.begambleaware.org
Narcotics Anonymous – Tel: 0300 999 1212 www.ukna.org
School Mental Health Support
Mrs Glover is our school Mental Health at Work First Aider and is available to support pupils, parents, and staff with mental health concerns.
We are here to help and work in partnership with families to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and able to thrive.