Wellbeing

At our school, student wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. We want every student to feel safe, included and ready to learn. Whether your child needs help with their mental, emotional, social or physical wellbeing, we are here to help them thrive at school and in daily life.

How we support student wellbeing

Supporting each student’s mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing is part of everyday school life.

We do this through:

• teachers who help students feel welcome and included
• access to school counsellors, school psychologists and specialist staff
• programs that support health, social skills, attendance and positive behaviour
• help for students who are new or changing year levels
• clear expectations for behaviour and respectful relationships
• staff who get to know each child and work closely with families
• developing health care plans for students
• open communication about wellbeing and support.

Visit Our principal and staff to learn about our wellbeing and specialist support staff.

School behaviour support and management plan

Our school has a school behaviour support and management plan (SBSMP). The SBSMP helps us create a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment for all students. It sets clear expectations for student behaviour. This includes how we respond to bullying and cyberbullying. We work together with our school community to shape the plan and review it each year.

Need support for your child's wellbeing?

Counselling for students

A teacher may recommend the service by referring a student to the school’s learning and support team or wellbeing team. As a parent or carer, you may refer your child directly to the school counselling service. Students can also self-refer to the service.

The school counselling service can:

• Support students who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties, through skill and strategy building. Example: Low mood, anxiety, body image issues, self-harm and suicidal ideations
• Assess a student’s learning and behaviour
• Help teachers and students identify and address disabilities that may affect learning
• Liaise with other agencies regarding student wellbeing.

If you would like to refer a student to the school counselling service – please contact the school.

See also attached a link to who the best team member at our school is to support you with your child’s needs. School counsellors play a role in much larger wellbeing and learning support team, there are many other supports within the school who also may be able to help you help your child/student.

For information in community languages, see school counselling service.

External Services

Outside of the education system, there are a number of services available to support families or students who may be going through a difficult time. See below some helpful links to support your child and your family.

• Wanting to find an external psychological service for your child, or concerned about their safety

  • Mental health access line – 1800 011 511

• Concerns about disordered eating behaviours or body image

  • Inside Out - https://insideoutinstitute.org.au/
  • Butterfly foundation – 1800 33 4673 or https://butterfly.org.au/get-support/helpline/

• Telehealth Counselling

  • Lifeline – 24-hour telephone counselling service. Ph: 13 11 14.
  • Mensline Australia – 24-hour telephone counselling service for men. Ph: 1300 789 978.
  • Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 or www.beyondblue.org.au/forums
  • KidsHelpline – 1800 551 800 or www.kidshelpline.com.au
  • Headspace – 1800 650 890 or www.headspace.org.au
  • Reachout – www.reachout.com

• Parent support

  • Parent line – an advice and information service. Ph: 1300 1300 52.
  • Suicide call back service – 1300 659 467 or www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au
  • StandBy – Support after suicide – 1300 727 247
  • If you are experiencing or at risk of family and domestic violence call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) toll free. Get in touch to talk about the right support for your child.