Mental Health and Wellbeing (MHWB)
The COVID-19 Pandemic has caused a sharp rise in the number of young people suffering with poor mental health. Our vision for our Mental Health and Wellbeing (MHWB) provision is that ‘students and staff are informed and empowered to be emotionally literate and resilient individuals through a fully embedded mental health and wellbeing programme’.
Below you will find contact details and resources to support you or your child if they are suffering from poor MHWB. If you have any questions, please contact Mr Cotton (Senior Mental Health Lead): studentwellbeing@shirley.croydon.sch.uk
In-school services
External services
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Off The Record Croydon - Young people can self-refer for text based or in person counselling. The organisation also offers advice to young people about common difficulties they might face. Croydon Drop In - A local service where young people can self-refer for counselling and support. Kooth - An online mental health community where young people can connect with others across the country to discuss their concerns, tips Young Minds - Mental Health support articles aimed at students. |
Action for Children - Advice for what to do if you are concerned that your child might be depressed self-harming. Young Minds - Access to various resources including a helpline and web chat to support with your child’s MHWB. Woodside Bereavement - Support for adults or young people who have suffered a bereavement. |
App recommendations
Find below a list of a number of apps that we would recommend students can download to help support their MHWB. A further list can be found here.
