The well-being of of all of our children staff and families is very important to us. On this page you will find a range of resources which you can access to help support with the well-being of your child, your family and, just as importantly, of yourself. Please note, these resources are just suggestions that we think you may find useful and are not a replacement for professional advice. Should you feel you need professional support for the wellbeing of yourself or your family, contact your GP or school – we will be happy to signpost you to sources of support and help. If you’d like to discuss any of the resources on this page please get in touch.
Please see our documents list for further advice for parents and carers on looking after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people.
Gateshead LA SEND Newsletter – Spring 2022
Please follow the links below to read the latest news from Gateshead about SEND. If there is anything in it that you'd like to discuss, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Best wishes, Mr Boddy Gateshead SEND Newsletter Issue 6 Gateshead picture 2022 Infographic...
Mental Health Week
OVER THESE PAST TWO YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN THROUGH SOMETHING THAT WE COULD NEVER HAVE IMAGINED. WHEN WE ARE EXPERIENCING SOMETHING DIFFICULT AND CHALLENGING LIKE THE PANDEMIC OUR HEARTS, MINDS AND BODIES CAN FIND IT REALLY HARD TO COPE. WE OFTEN REVERT TO A FIXED AND...
The Children’s Commissioner Guide for Parents on online sexual harassment and keeping children safe online.
Guidance for parents and carers on online sexual harassment and keeping children safe online. The Children’s Commissioner is launching a guide for parents and carers on online sexual harassment and how they can support children to stay safe online. The guide will...
Feeling Anxious and Managing Uncertainty – Younger Primary Pupils
This little video gives you tips and advice on how to support your child if they’re feeling anxious or worried, especially at the moment while we are in lockdown. All primary children will enjoy it and find it useful.
Feeling Anxious and Managing Uncertainty – Older Primary Pupils
This video is aimed at older children, so if you have children who are at the upper end of primary school or who are in secondary school, they may prefer this version.
Feeling Anxious and Managing Uncertainty – Adults
Finally, this video is for adults – all of us need to look after our well-being too, something we often forget about too. I found it useful and it’s an easy watch!