BBC - Learning, Primary Mental Health Cartoons

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p05c3byd?mc_cid=1623fa4fd3&mc_eid=705b48adec

Mental Health Foundation Leaflet – Information for parents. Make it Count – Mental health is not Extracurricular.

Click to access - https://bit.ly/2MJJ6Vm

Anna Freud Parent Leaflet

To accompany the video below. Tips for talking for parents and carers. You're never too young to talk mental health.

Click to access - https://bit.ly/2MEt1Aa

The Talking Mental Health animation aims to give children: An understanding of what mental health is and the difference between every day small feelings and a big feeling; Consistent and accessible language to talk about mental health; An understanding of how to be a good listener

Access the video - https://youtu.be/nCrjevx3-Js

Young Minds - Supporting pupils and parents when schools reopen

Parents support pages and blogs are now available for any concerns with regards returning back to school.

Access the website here - https://youngminds.org.uk/

This website will allow you to access information including being able to text a school nurse.

Parents and carers can now also access confidential health and advice from a school nurse by texting 07520 634909

The Government have noticed a significant drop in numbers of people not seeking medical advice due to the Covid-19 outbreak. However, they advise this can be done safely should you or your child require assistance.

Access the website - https://www.healthforkids.co.uk/walsall/school-nurses/

Action for Children - Protect and support children and young people, provide practical and emotional care and support.

Access the website - https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/

On My Mind - Aims to empower young people to make informed choices about their mental health and wellbeing.

Access the website - https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/ 

NHS website - Useful for parents/carers.

Access the website here - https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ 

The 5 Ways to Wellbeing is an evidenced-based model that highlights key aspects in shaping our wellbeing. They can be summarised as connect, take notice, give kindness, keep learning and be active.

Click here to download the 5 Ways poster.

Helpful resources for young people who may require mental health support.

https://mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/resources/for-schools/helpful-resources-for-young-peoples-mental-health.pdf

Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing 0-25years

The Children's Society offers support for children and young adults. Follow the link below for further information on online drop-in sessions, crisis telephone numbers and ways that the charity can help you.

https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/young-people/well-being?mc_cid=766a3c4451&mc_eid=705b48adec

Twinkl – This online resource bank is great for all curriculum requirements but also has a dedicated mindfulness section: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/parents/wellbeing-parents/parents-wellbeing-mental-health-and-wellbeing 

Sign up using an email address and enter the code UKTWINKLHELPS. This code will allow parents one month free 'ultimate' subscription (initially).

Access the website here - twinkl.co.uk/resources/covid19-school-closures