Mental Health Information and Support
Good mental health and well-being is just as important as good physical health. Like physical health, mental health can range across a spectrum from healthy to unwell; it can fluctuate on a daily basis and change over time.
At SS Peter and Paul, we are committed to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our pupils and staff. We know that everyone experiences life challenges that can make us vulnerable and at times, anyone may need additional emotional support. We take the view that positive mental health is everybody’s business and that we all have a role to play.
If you have concerns about your child's mental health please contact your child's teacher.
At our school through our RSHE curriculum we aim to:
- encourage children to develop emotional resilience and to manage setbacks
- help children develop a better understanding of their emotions and feelings
- give guidance to the children to help them form and maintain relationships
- actively encourage children to feel comfortable sharing any concerns or worries
- promote self esteem and ensure children know that they count
- encourage children to be confident and ‘dare to be different’
Mental Health Week 2026 - This is my Place
This year the focus for the week is belonging. We know that our sense of belonging as individuals, in our friendships, in school and in communities plays a vital role in our mental health and wellbeing. To know our place and really feel part of our environment is a basic human need. It can have powerful and long-lasting impacts in lots of areas of our lives, including our physical and mental health, education, employment and relationships. When we feel that we belong, it empowers us to contribute to the world and make a real difference.
Below are some suggestions about how to promote a feeling of belonging.
- Parents and carers can foster belonging by providing a loving and consistent family environment, encouraging strong connections with peers and other trusted adults, and collaborating with school.
- A child's sense of belonging starts at home and expands to include the wider community. Emphasise positive, trusting relationships.
- Create a loving, secure base by being available, emotionally supportive, and consistent. Simple acts, like listening without judgment, sharing smiles, or offering hugs, help build trust and intimacy.
- Establish family rituals. Create a sense of security and connection through routines and traditions. These can be as simple as making a favourite meal, sharing stories in the evening, or having a special way of saying goodbye.
- Encourage open communication. Create a safe space where our children and young people can share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
- Talk to them about what belonging means and encourage them to explore their feelings when they feel included or excluded, using curiousity and open questions.
- Show them you know and value them. Notice your child's personality and unique talents, and cheer for their achievements, no matter how small. This boosts their confidence and sense of self-worth.
- Embrace and celebrate heritage to keep our children connected to their roots. This is a powerful way to strengthen their sense of self and belonging.
Resources for the whole community can be found at the Children's Mental Health Week 9th to 15th February 2026 website using the link below:
https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk/