Mental Health Aims

Mental health

For pupils to have knowledge about mental health in order to challenge the stigma attached to it.
For pupils to develop knowledge and understanding of their value to society.
To support and enable pupils to develop an understanding of themselves, their sense of self and to build confidence and self-esteem.
To promote the importance of positive mental health
To develop psychological skills/strategies to live a successful and independent life.
To develop an understanding of their emotions.
To identify the support network available to them when they are struggling with their feelings.
To develop self-advocacy skills, including the ability to ask for help when needed.
For pupils to be aware of mental health problems in order to recognise and seek support.
For pupils to be aware of the mental health support available in the community.
For pupils to have the skills to navigate the mental health support available to them in the community.
To ensure all pupils leave SMBS prepared for transition to post-16 settings and adulthood.