Wellbeing

Mental Health and Wellbeing at Burnwood Primary Academy

At Burnwood Primary Academy, we are committed to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing for every member of our school community — including students, staff, and parents/carers. We strive to achieve this through a combination of universal, whole-school approaches and targeted support for individuals who may be more vulnerable.

In addition to fostering positive mental health, we recognise the importance of identifying and responding to mental ill health. By developing and implementing practical, relevant, and effective mental health policies and procedures, we aim to create a safe, supportive, and stable environment for all students and their families — whether they are directly or indirectly affected by mental health challenges.

Our Key Objectives:

• Promote positive mental health across the entire school community.
• Increase awareness and understanding of common mental health issues.
• Equip staff to identify early warning signs of mental ill health.
• Support staff working with young people experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Provide appropriate support to students affected by mental ill health, as well as their peers and families.

Lead Members of Staff

Whilst all staff have a responsibility to promote the mental health of students, staff with a specific, relevant remit include:

 Mrs E Wickham, Mrs K Beckett, Mrs Clifford, Mrs W Bryan & Mr W Rawson - Designated Safeguarding Officers

 Mrs T Simm – Designated Safeguarding Governor

 Mrs T Stanway - Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead

 Miss K Bowyer - Inclusion Lead/SENCO

 Mr W Rawson - Pastoral and Inclusion Leader/ School Governor

 Mrs E Wickham - Headteacher/CPD Leader

 Mrs K Treasure - PSHE Leader

 Mrs W Bryan – Home School Family Support Worker