Well-being
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.
Cost of Living Support from the LA
Gateshead Council has produced the attached guide to help anyone who might be struggling to make ends meet. It includes details of payments you might be eligible for, what to do if you can’t afford your energy bills, support for your mental health and more. There’s...
Supporting Others at Christmas
This year, instead of our usual Staff Secret Santa and instead of sending Christmas cards, our staff team have decided to donate children's gifts to the Cash for Kids 'Mission Christmas' appeal and to send presents to the children's ward at the RVI hospital. Our hope...
Ways To Wellbeing
Please see the attached poster regarding Ways to Wellbeing. If you would like support to help your child from Ways to Well being please complete the form on the link below to self-refer. https://newpip.children-ne.org.uk/playful-lives-and-parenting-programmes...
Gateshead Mental Health and Wellbeing Services
Lots of families are in need of support around mental health and well-being, and so Gateshead are keen to alert people to the range of services available in the area. Please see the attached leaflet to find out more. [pdf-embedder...
Want to explore Gateshead this summer?…
The leaflet below is all about an exciting app that families can download and use to explore trails and find out about activities in and around Gateshead. It sounds like an easy way to find fun things to do - why not give it a try! Gateshead What will you do A4...
Parent and Carer Wellbeing Support Line
All of us in school know how hard parenting can be, especially when our children are experiencing difficulties themselves. North East Counselling are offering a free support line for parents and carers who are struggling with the demands of supporting their children....
The Healthy Relationships within Gateshead’s Early Help and Children’s Social Care Teams have a new resource available to parents/carers which is completely free and can be completed digitally via a QR code. All three of the courses are online and parents who wish to...
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...
Christmas Fun Day in 2S
#BRIGHTENTHEDAY – Christmas 2021 Gateshead School holiday programme
We want to take this opportunity to tell you more about Gateshead Council's school holiday programme - BRIGHTENTHEDAY!! So many children have joined in the Brighten the Day programme during the school holidays. The programme provides healthy food and fun activities...
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!