"Mental health is a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community". (World Health Organisation)

At Deansbrook Infant School we aim to promote positive mental health for every member of our staff and pupils. We pursue this aim using workplace practices, universal, whole school approaches and specialised, targeted approaches aimed at vulnerable pupils. In addition to promoting positive mental health, we aim to recognise and respond to mental ill health. 

We aim to create an environment that promotes positive mental health in all staff and pupils by: 

• Increasing understanding and awareness of common mental health issues 

• Providing opportunities for staff to look after their mental wellbeing

• Alerting staff to early warning signs of mental ill health in pupils

• Providing support to staff working with young people with mental health issues

• Providing support to pupils suffering from mental ill health and their peers and parents or carers 

 

Our school's senior mental health lead is Caroline Griffiths and she can be contacted at the school on 0208 959 2152.

For further information and support please see our parent section on the school's website.