Wellbeing Team
At West Minster School, the well-being of our children is of paramount importance. This includes their emotional well-being, as well as ensuring they are physically well-cared for.
As part of this commitment to their care, we have a dedicated Wellbeing Team;
Mr Nigel Cates – Deputy Head of School / Inclusion Manager / Safeguarding
Mrs Claire Carter – Wellbeing Manager / FLO / Safeguarding
Mrs Jacci Fitch – Pastoral Support Worker
As a team we also work very closely with these other important people;
Mrs Michelle Davies – SENCO
Claire Tizzard – Attendance Officer
Irene Montgomery – Inclusion Support
We believe that our school should provide a caring, positive safe and stimulating environment that promotes the social, physical and moral development of the individual child.
We are also here for families! From time to time every family faces challenges, such as bereavement, changes in circumstances, behaviour issues, the list goes on! Please do come and speak to us if you are finding things difficult or if you need some support. We may not know all the answers but we will always be able to find someone that does. After all, a problem shared is a problem halved!
Wellbeing during the current situation:
If you need any support please leave a message with your child’s teacher, via ClassDojo or by telephoning the school office (01795 662178) Your message will be directed to us.
Mental Health:
Tips, advice and guidance on where you can get support for your mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic:
https://youngminds.org.uk/
Wellbeing ideas:
Some ideas below to keep your child entertained and inspired whilst at home, and encourage you to enjoy quality time together as a family. All of which are important for wellbeing.
https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/parents-and-carers/coronavirus-wellbeing-activity-ideas-for-families/
Remember to check out Mrs Fitch’s Wellbeing post, each morning, on ClassDojo. You will find it on the school story!
Help to explain Coronavirus from ELSA support:
https://www.elsa-support.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Coronavirus-Story-in-English.pdf
Bereavement support for children and young people from Nurture UK:
https://www.nurtureuk.org/what-we-do/news/news/bereavement-support-children-and-young-people
Parent & Toddler Group
Not running at present
Family Games Club
Not running at present
Tea & Toast
Not running at present
Useful Links
- Project Salus
- https://sateda.org/
- Childline
- Seashells Children and Families Centre
- West Minster Primary School Facebook Page
- http://www.valuesthroughaction.co.uk
- https://www.kmpt.nhs.uk/information-and-advice/
KINDRED SPIRIT SUPPORT GROUP
Do you have a family member’s child living with you?
Would you like to meet others in the same situation?
Would you like an hour for you?
Maybe you have a Special Guardianship or Child Arrangement Order.
Please come along and join us; refreshments provided and younger children are welcome too.
Where? The Parent Hub
When? 2nd Tuesday of every month (not running in person at present)
Time? 9am-10am
For more information speak to Claire at West Minster or Sally at Rose Street