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. With 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.
Have a read of our Student Support - Wellbeing and Safeguarding Student Guide here
Personal development at Denmark Road is provided through the many opportunities students encounter for individual growth through their daily school experience. Combine this with the support from a comprehensive programme of activities designed to promote self-worth and belonging.
All students participate in a wide range of activities and groups designed to help support and nurture them throughout their time at DRHS. The vast majority of students navigate their way through their teenage years in this way, building a range of skills and strategies to help them cope with day to day challenges. Whilst our focus is on building self-reliance and self-regulation, all students are encouraged to seek support when they need that little bit extra.
Underpinning Pastoral Support for all students includes:
PSHE & RSE Curriculum
Oracy & Character Curriculum
An E-safety Focus
Their Tutor
Their Head of Year
Online resources
School Nurse
We are committed to providing a bespoke service when it comes to meeting a young person’s needs, as no two individuals are alike. We have an ever-growing range of provisions students can access at the point of need. We believe by providing the right support as early as we can, we will be able to prevent difficulties escalating and help the young person to thrive. Communication is at the centre of what we do and we encourage parents, friends and individuals to talk to us about the support they might need. This might include:
Mental Health First Aid
Peer support groups
Wellbeing workshops
Cooper, our pastoral dog
Counselling
Specialised therapy
Access to Local Authority Graduated Pathway
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.
Young Minds Matter is a safe, confidential mental health support service for school-aged young people. They are part of the Gloucestershire NHS Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) and a national scheme of Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs).
Young Minds Matter is an early intervention team who can support young people who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. They can help with things like:
Young Minds Matter mainly uses a type of therapy called Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps young people to think about how their thoughts (cognitions) impact on their actions (behaviours) and their feelings (emotions). There are tasks to complete between sessions to help the young person practice the skills they are learning. There are also other members of the team that provide other CBT-informed interventions.
Young Minds Matter does not offer counselling, and sessions are based on supporting a young person with achieving a specific goal by understanding more about their mental health and strategies they can use to achieve the goal.
Young People can refer themselves to Young Minds Matter using YMM Chat. YMM Chat is a text-only number where a young person will text with a member of the Young Minds Matter team. The textline is open 9am until 4:30pm, Monday-Friday (except bank holidays). They don’t need consent from school or parents/carers.
YMM Chat: 07480 635723 (Monday to Friday 9am – 4:30pm)
YMM Chat is not a self-referral route for parents and carers.
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
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