World Mental Health Day at Lift Westerings

 

Dear Parents and Carers,

Last week across the school, we marked World Mental Health Day with engaging discussions and classroom activities focused on emotional well-being.

Our Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 assemblies were led by teachers around this year’s theme: "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change." The children participated in meaningful tasks, taking time to express themselves, reflect on their feelings, and listen to one another.

At Lift Westerings, we are intent on making well-being an everyday priority for our pupils. While awareness days are a fantastic catalyst to talk and reflect, we know how vital it is to keep the conversation about mental health going all year round. Through our everyday curriculum, we continue to provide regular opportunities for pupils to share how they feel, build resilience, and feel heard.

Useful Resources & Support for Families

If you are looking for ways to support your child’s emotional well-being at home, or need advice on navigating childhood worries, these trusted UK platforms offer fantastic guides, tips, and support services:

• YoungMinds – Practical advice, tips, and a dedicated Parents Helpline for practical support on children's mental health.

• Place2Be – Free expert practical advice and parenting tips to help you support your child's mental health.

• NHS Every Mind Matters – Evidence-based advice and tools to help parents support young people coping with worries, anxiety, or transition.

• Childline – Excellent child-friendly resources, calm zone tools, and emotional self-help activities (Call: 0800 1111).

• Mental Health Foundation – Guides and practical toolkits for talking to children about difficult topics and managing daily worries.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support.