At Millbrook Primary School, we are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our pupils and staff to ensure that the school is a community where everyone feels able to thrive.

Positive mental wellbeing is essential if children and young people are to flourish and lead fulfilling lives.

At our school, 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. 

Our role in school is to ensure that children are able to manage times of change and stress, and that they are supported to reach their potential or access help when they need it. Children are taught when to seek help, what help is available, and the likely outcome of seeking support so that they have the confidence and knowledge for themselves or others.

We also have a role to ensure that children learn about what they can do to maintain positive mental health, what affects their mental health and how they can help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

As part of our targeted provision, we have and continue to access, outside help and support for pupils when required.

Wellbeing Award for Schools

We are proud to announce that Millbrook Primary School and Nursery achieved the Wellbeing Award for Schools in November 2024.

This award, developed in partnership with the National Children’s Bureau (NCB), recognises our commitment to promoting emotional wellbeing and positive mental health across our whole-school community. It reflects our dedication to creating a culture where wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, enabling pupils to build confidence, flourish, and achieve their best.

Our vision is clear: emotional wellbeing is central to learning and attainment. By embedding this ethos into our daily practice, we ensure that every child and member of staff feels supported, valued, and empowered. This achievement celebrates the hard work of our entire school community and our ongoing commitment to nurturing a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for all.

The 8 Objectives of the Wellbeing Award for Schools

1. Commitment: The school is committed to promoting and protecting positive emotional wellbeing and mental health by achieving the Wellbeing Award for Schools.
2. Vision and Strategy: The school has a clear vision and strategy for promoting and protecting emotional wellbeing and mental health, communicated to all involved.
3. Positive Culture: The school has a culture that regards emotional wellbeing and mental health as the responsibility of all.
4. Staff Wellbeing: The school actively promotes staff emotional wellbeing and mental health.
5. Professional Development: The school prioritises professional learning and staff development on emotional wellbeing and mental health.
6. Understanding Needs: The school understands different types of emotional and mental health needs across the community and has systems to respond appropriately.
7. Community Participation: The school actively seeks ongoing participation of the whole-school community in its approach to emotional wellbeing and mental health.
8. Partnerships: The school works in partnership with other schools, agencies, and specialist services to support emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Need some inspiration? Here's a list of activities you could do in twenty minutes with your child:

https://youngminds.org.uk/starting-a-conversation-with-your-child/20-activities-for-20-minutes/

Support for Families 

If you or someone you know are in need of support during these difficult times then here are some organisations that can help locally.

T&W Emergency Welfare Crisis Assistance - Tel: 01952 380400

Supporting families across Telford and Wrekin with food parcels, baby essentials, gas and electric support and much more. Follow the link below;

http://telfordcrisissupport.org.uk/get-help

Food Parcels

To make an application for a food parcel call 01952 380 400

T & W Interfaith Council

Food parcels and breakfast boxes for parents to collect or in exceptional circumstances delivered to your door. Apply from the below link;

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tw-interfaith-council-breakfast-parcels-the-leegate-centre-tickets-133356297275?aff=erelexpmlt