At Severnbanks, we believe that healthy bodies and happy minds help children learn and grow, the wellbeing of our pupils is built into everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and caring environment where every pupil feels valued, respected, happy and can thrive.

Our Wellbeing and Health page shows how we support pupils to feel safe, healthy, and positive every day.

This page outlines some of the the ways we can support emotional, social, and mental health, helping pupils to build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships. 

Pupil and Family Welfare Lead – Mrs J Challenger jchallenger@severnbanks.gloucs.sch.uk

🧠 Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing

• We help children understand and manage their feelings.

• Pupils can talk to teachers or support staff if they are worried or upset.

• We take part in events like World Mental Health Day to raise awareness and celebrate wellbeing.

🏃‍♂️ Physical Health and Fitness

• PE lessons, active breaks, and fun playground games keep children moving.

• Healthy eating is promoted with nutritious school meals and learning about balanced diets.

• We celebrate sports, teamwork, and personal achievements through activities and competitions.

🤝 Social Skills and Positive Relationships

• We teach pupils to be kind, respectful, and inclusive.

• Anti-bullying lessons and initiatives encourage children to stand up for themselves and others.

• Activities like circle time, buddy systems, and teamwork projects help children develop strong friendships.

🌱 Healthy Choices and Lifestyle

• Children learn about hygiene, sleep, and healthy routines.

• Projects like eco-council work or gardening encourage responsibility for themselves and the planet.

• We encourage pupils to make choices that support their wellbeing and the wellbeing of others.

💛 Support for Pupils and Families

• Staff are available for guidance, advice, and listening.

• Resources and information for parents help support children’s wellbeing at home.

• Pupils can access additional support if needed, including pastoral care, and targeted interventions.

• We have a family support worker: Mrs J Challenger who is available to support families.  jchallenger@severnbanks.gloucs.sch.uk

Trailblazer Programme | Mental Health Support Teams in Schools

We are delighted that our school has been given the opportunity to take part in a new, national programme to help make mental health support for children and young people more available when they need it.

We are one of 72 schools from Cheltenham, Gloucester and the Forest of Dean to work with the NHS in Gloucestershire to introduce Mental Health Support Teams into schools. 

We hope that these teams will provide valuable support to our pupils to help them with life’s ups and down, for example, with issues such as anxiety, friendship concerns, exam stress and challenging behaviour.

This may involve group work and/or individual, one-to-one support, either at school or elsewhere. Where appropriate, the Mental Health Support Team will also link up with the specialist mental health services in Gloucestershire. They will also support parents and teachers to help children and young people who are experiencing difficulties.

If you have any questions or concerns or would like to make a referral to the service, please contact the school office.