Keeping our minds healthy and well

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Keeping our children healthy in their minds is a vital responsibility we have and a very high priority for all adults in our school. As a staff team we are passionate about this aspect of our children's development and recognise it as a life-long aspect of learning and understanding.

In our school we have a triadic approach to supporting our young people.

Universal

This involves our conscious efforts to ensure that all our children are and feel valued. Our approach of unconditional positive regard is a key element of this. We abide by and integrate with Our Ways of Working alongside our partners in Cheshire West and Chester.

Other aspects:-

Kind eyes
listening and hearing - these are 2 different concepts
identifying positives and achievements individually - personalised recognition
A personalised approach to learning
showing only love
accepting difference, not indifference
a school environment which recognises the individual
positivity at all times - a conscious effort for this
Heartsmart approaches. helps children regulate their behaviour / feelings and emotions and look after themselves using 5 main mantras:

Don't forget to let love in.
Too much Selfie isn't healthy
Don't rub it in, Rub it out!
Fake is a mistake!
No Way Through Isn't true!

My Happy Mind
Restorative practices
visual supports for understanding
Allowing mistakes - accepting that we are all learning but very clear boundaries for repeated behaviours
headteacher drop in sessions
every child is welcomed into school for that personalised check in
A school ethos that cements belonging to our school family
High profile understanding and talk about mental wellbeing and the way people think.
Journalling opportunities
lots of cuddly toys available for cuddle time
daily acts of worship
prayer spaces around school
Recognition that we are all God's children and we can all learn from and be inspired by each other regardless of age or qualification.
PSHCE sessions
PE sessions
groovy movers
yoga