Health & wellbeing

Health and wellbeing

We take a whole school approach to wellbeing. If a child is feeling safe, happy and confident they are more likely to learn at school and progress.

Support in school

There are specific targeted sessions weekly which promote ways for students to explore and understand how they can improve their wellbeing.

If a child is worried during the school day they can talk to their teachers, tutors and student progress leaders. If more support is needed then referrals can be put in place in school and with other outside agencies.

Wellbeing award for schools

In order to ensure that Lift Clacton continues to support the emotional well-being of our students appropriately and effectively, and respond to the changing needs of our young people, we have been actively trying to improve the facilities we offer based on your feedback.

From your responses to the evaluation I’d like to update you on our progress so far since starting the award process.

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What is the award?

First of all, it is important that you can understand exactly what the award is. The wellbeing award our school is currently working towards gaining is an award given by an external body to acknowledge the ongoing efforts the school engages with to help students, staff and parents.

You asked for more information to be sent home
‍We now have a weekly wellbeing newsletter which is sent out electronically and is also available on our website.

You asked for communication opportunities
‍We now have Parent Open Forums where you can come into school to hear from staff about everything that the academy are doing

You asked for information to be on our website relating to wellbeing
‍We now have a wellbeing section on the website solely dedicated to offering support and guidance.

The students asked for drop ins for wellbeing.
‍We now have five drop ins each week during the day and after school. These are advertised in the newsletter and around the academy on posters. We also have an email address for student use only so that they can access support outside of school hours. We also have assemblies dedicated to wellbeing.

You asked for a dedicated wellbeing team
‍We have three full time non teaching Mental Health Trained Staff on site each day available to support staff, parents and students. We also have a wellbeing hub where bespoke interventions and support are offered to identified individuals

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Your wellbeing matters. If you’re facing challenges or simply want to take care of your mental and physical health, there are plenty of resources available to help. This section provides links to trusted websites, helplines, and organisations that offer advice, guidance, and support tailored to young people.

Lift Schools Parent Wellbeing resource
Visit

NHS Every Mind Matters
Visit

Kooth
Visit

YoungMinds
Visit

Childline
Visit

Anna Freud
Visit

Supporting a child’s wellbeing can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. This section signposts a range of resources to help you navigate topics such as mental health, online safety, and emotional support. Whether you need practical advice or someone to talk to, these trusted organisations can offer guidance.