Pupils learn about the importance of achieving a balance between study and leisure activity. - Ofsted 2021
During their time at Denmark Road, your child will make the transition from childhood to adulthood. Wit the right provision and the right support, and working in partnership with parents, students and wider services (as appropriate to need), we aim to enable our young people to understand and care for themselves and others.
Our people matter. We are committed to two priorities:
Looking after our wellbeing.
Being a successful learner.
Every student has a Form Tutor that mentors them throughout the year.
These sessions are done formally once or twice a term as well informally most days, with the view to supporting them to reach their full potential – both academically and socially.
Parents/carers receive updates on how their daughters are performing in their individual subjects most terms, as well as a Tutor Report during the course of the year.
Students may periodically display emotional, social or mild behaviour difficulties as a result of a change in their life.
Tutors, Heads of Year and the Student Support team are all here to listen, support and give advice. We are in contact with parents/carers and all the outside agencies to gather expertise and find the best solution for that student.
The Heads of Year and tutor team lead a full programme for the tutorial sections of the curriculum.
This programme includes PSHE and Citizenship, Careers and a whole range of appropriate age-related topics. Often outside speakers join the students to add reality and expertise to the discussion.
Student Wellbeing Information
Please contact a member of the Student Support Team or Sixth Form Team if you have any ongoing concerns that may affect your child's wellbeing at school e.g. friendships issues or feeling anxious.
You can also find some resources for student wellbeing below.
Mental Health Support Teams in Schools Information for Parents
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Young Minds provide support for mental health. They have lots of practical tips and advice for young people and provide more information about the support that you can access. They have a free text helpline called Shout. To access this just text YM to 85258 for free, 24/7 support. |
The TIC+ website is a place that we often recommend for support with mental health and anxiety. Through the website, you can complete an online referral for counselling support. There is also a useful TIC+ chat function that is an anonymous, safe, confidential 1-2-1 support service for young people. |
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Chat Health is a confidential text messaging service provided by the Gloucestershire School Nursing Team. As well as giving advice, the school nursing team can signpost you to appropriate services and other support. Text 07507 333351 (available Monday to Friday from 9am-4.30pm) |
Gloucestershire Self-Harm Helpline The Gloucestershire Self-Harm Helpline provides a safe, supportive, non-judgemental and informative space for people who self-harm, their friends, families and carers. They offer someone to talk to via telephone, text message or online chat. They will listen to you, support you, provide options and ways of coping, give information of other places that can help if needed, and may access help for you if you need it. |
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The Mix offers support with mental health, money, homelessness, finding a job, relationships and drugs. You can talk to them via their online community or through their free, confidential helpline or counselling service. They have an online support chat available Sunday to Thursday 8pm-9.30pm. Call 0808 808 4944 available every day from 4pm-11pm. |
The NSPCC work to keep children safe and provide support for young people experiencing difficulties. If you have any concerns or worries or would just like someone to talk to, you can contact their Childline on 0800 1111. Childline counsellors are there to take calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are also available to speak to online through 1-2-1 chat and via email. |
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If you are struggling to cope or need someone to talk to, the Samaritans are available 24/7. You can download the Samaritans Self Help App. You can call 116 123 (24/7) or email: jo@samaritans.or |
You can also find support by using the Gloucestershire NHS 'Support finder', which is an anonymous service to help you find the most appropriate support for you. |
Parent Wellbeing Information
Please find below useful links:
