Mental Health & Wellbeing

At Hillbourne Primary School, we are committed to supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of our pupils, staff and families. We recognise that wellbeing is essential for learning and personal development, and we aim to create a safe, caring and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

💛 Support in School

If you have concerns about your child’s mental health or wellbeing, please contact:

• Hillbourne Primary School Office – 📞 01202 692604

• Our Family support worker – Jodie Perry

• Nurture and wellbeing sessions

• Access to pastoral support

• Referrals to local Mental Health Support Teams (MHST)

🌱 Useful Support for Families

Here are trusted organisations offering advice and help for children and families:

• Childline – Free, confidential advice for children and young people
  🌐 www.childline.org.uk | ☎️ 0800 1111

• YoungMinds – Mental health advice for parents and carers
  🌐 www.youngminds.org.uk | Parents Helpline: ☎️ 0808 802 5544

• Kooth – Free online counselling and wellbeing support for ages 11–25
  🌐 www.kooth.com

• Samaritans – 24-hour support for anyone in distress
  🌐 www.samaritans.org | ☎️ 116 123

• Mind – Advice and support for anyone experiencing mental health problems                                                                                                                                            🌐www.mind.org.uk | Info line: ☎️ 0300 123 3393

• NHS Mental Health Helpline – For urgent mental health support
  🌐 Click here

• Dorset Children & Young People’s Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
  🌐 CAMHS Dorset www.youngminds.org.uk

• Dorset Mind – Local charity supporting mental wellbeing
  🌐 www.dorsetmind.uk

👨‍👩‍👧 Support for Parents and Carers

• Family Information Service Dorset – Advice and local support for families
  🌐 www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/fis

• Dorset Community Action – Connecting families with community groups and support
  🌐 www.dorsetcommunityaction.org.uk

• SENDIASS Dorset – Information and support for parents of children with SEND
  🌐 www.dorsetsendiass.co.uk

• Early Help Dorset – Practical help and support for families
  🌐 Early Help Dorset www.dorsetnexus.org.uk

🚨 If You Need Immediate Help

If you or your child are in crisis:

• Call 999 in an emergency

• Call NHS 111 (Option 2) for urgent mental health help

• Contact Samaritans (☎️ 116 123 – free, 24 hours)

• Visit your nearest A&E department

📘 Looking After Your Wellbeing

Encourage small steps every day:

• Talk about feelings openly

• Get plenty of sleep and exercise

• Stay connected with friends and family

• Spend time outdoors

• Limit screen time and social media

• Ask for help when you need it