Mental Health and Early Help Support Available at Castle Mead Academy

At our school, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of every scholar. We offer a range of mental health and early help services to ensure that scholars feel safe, supported, and able to thrive. Our dedicated pastoral team works closely with scholars and families to provide guidance, emotional support, and practical assistance. This includes access to trained staff for one-to-one conversations, referrals to specialist services when needed, and early intervention programs to address challenges before they escalate. We also promote a positive school environment through wellbeing activities, workshops, and resources designed to build resilience and confidence. If you have any concerns about your child’s mental health or wellbeing, please reach out to our support team—we are here to help.
This page outlines the wide range of help and guidance available for scholars and their families. We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where every scholar can thrive. Here’s what you’ll find:
  • Mental Health & Wellbeing – Resources and advice to support emotional health and resilience.
  • Safeguarding Guidance – Information on key topics such as FGM, forced marriage, honour-based abuse, LGBTQ support, drugs and alcohol, bereavement, and domestic violence.
  • Online Safety – Links to report online sexual abuse, harmful sexual behaviour, and inappropriate images through trusted organisations like CEOP and the Internet Watch Foundation.
  • Direct Support – Speak to your Head of Year or contact our safeguarding team at [email protected] for immediate help.
You are not alone—help is always available. If you have any concerns, please reach out. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way.

Where can I access help and support at Castle Mead Academy?

Click on each section below to find out more.

Support regarding bullying, visit Helping Children Deal with Bullying & Cyberbullying | NSPCC,

Click on the email address below to contact the safeguarding team.

Speak to your Head of Year or email us at [email protected]

Are you worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with you online?

Report it at Child Protection and Online Protection CEOP Safety Centre

Do you need to report concerns about inappropriate images? Report it to the Internet Watch Foundation Report Child Sexual Abuse Images & Videos Online (iwf.org.uk)

Harmful Sexual Behaviour and Sexual Harassment

https://www.jasminehouse.org.uk/

Harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) or peer-on-peer sexual abuse | NSPCC Learning