Gryffe High BGE Wellbeing by

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:13:20 UTC

The Wellbeing Team includes Mrs Brown (Year Head of S1 and S6), Mrs Costello (Principal Teacher of Wellbeing), Mrs Graham (Business & Support Teacher), Mrs Porteous (Modern Languages & Support Teacher). Teachers can be found within the Wellbeing Hub in the Pupil Support department.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:28:35 UTC

Our Wellbeing Hub is open from 8-8.45am Mon-Fri for Breakfast Club, serving toast, cereal and juice free of charge. During lunchtime the Hub is also opened for pupils to either sit & have lunch and socialise or catch up with any homework. We also use the Hub for wellbeing workshops, counselling sessions and pupil check-in's. This is also the working room of Mrs Costello, Mrs Graham and Mrs Porteous.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:35:55 UTC

Wellbeing is defined as by the Oxford Dictionary as 'the state of being comfortable, healthy or happy.' However, it is important to realise that wellbeing is a much bigger concept than moment-to-moment happiness. While it does include happiness, it also includes other things, such as how satisfied people are with their life as a whole, their sense of purpose, and how in control they feel.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:39:53 UTC

It can be helpful to think of mental wellbeing as a continuum that ranges from feeling happy and content to experiencing chronic and enduring mental health difficulties that can be extremely difficult to manage. How you should respond and support others depends on where you/they are on the continuum.

It is normal to go through times when we are leaning towards the negative end of this continuum. Our experience of what is happening or has happened in our lives will influence our mental wellbeing. Sometimes, when we experience thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are challenging or distressing, it can be difficult to move back to the positive end of this continuum. There will be lots of factors which influence how you or others cope and show resilience at times like these.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:43:03 UTC

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:45:06 UTC

Childline: A wealth of information about anxiety, sleep, bullying, school, friendships and relationships - 24hr/7days a week free, confidential helpline, along with 24hr confidential online support.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 12:46:58 UTC

REN10 is a network of people who work or volunteer in the Renfrewshire area. They have a variety of early help services for the mental health and wellbeing of both young people and parents/carers.

Online Support for Young People

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Online Support for Parents

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Parent Club: Different topics, articles and advice for every age of child and stage of parenting.

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A nurturing approach has been promoted as key to supporting mental health and wellbeing and attainment in Scottish schools. It is also recognised as one of the main ways of supporting the needs of children and young people who have experienced ACES and trauma

Gryffe Nurture Principles

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We are proud to have achieved Ruby level for our nurture practices within the RNRA framework.

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Pupil Support Corridor

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Renfrewshire's Educational Psychology Service

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Renfrewshire's Family Wellbeing Service

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The Exchange is our free in-house counselling provision. Pupils can be referred via Pupil Support or self-referral via the website above. Exchange can be found in MR2 Mon, Tues & Wed. Please speak to any member of the Pupil Support team if you would like further information. Or, pop in to MR2 at lunchtime to speak to one of the counsellors.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 13:55:56 UTC

St. Vincent's provides pre and post bereavement support for any child or young person. Loss and bereavement can impact a young person's sense of self and wellbeing at anytime. St. Vincent's attend Gryffe every 2nd Thursday in MR4. If you would like to talk to one of the team, please speak to a member of Pupil Support.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 13:57:16 UTC

Headstrong is a private resource funded by the school to enhance the current wellbeing support by external partners. The Headstrong coach can be found in MR2 on Thursday's. Further information can be found from any member of the Pupil Support department.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-04-27 16:13:59 UTC

https://www.thinkmentalhealthwa.com.au/supporting-others-mental-health/how-to-help/how-to-start-the-conversation/

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https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-mental-health/

Mrs_Costello — 2022-05-10 09:59:05 UTC

The Wellbeing Profile (Glasgow Motivation and Wellbeing Profile GMWP) is a 20-item questionnaire that explores motivation and sense of wellbeing in the learning context. It elicits children and young people’s views of themselves and their emotions; it gives them an opportunity to reflect on their feelings and current experiences and encourages them to consider how they can increase their own determination, motivation and sense of wellbeing.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-05-10 10:37:24 UTC

We trialled GMWP during 21/22 school year to great success. Once the questionnaire has been completed pupils scores are analysed to consider whether further support is required. A meeting will be held with the pupil to discuss results & support any needs the young person has. A further questionnaire is completed at the end of the year to monitor overall wellbeing or track impact from any interventions implemented previously. As of 23-24, we have been using the profile within classrooms to further support not only the wellbeing needs but also the learning needs of pupils.

Mrs_Costello — 2022-05-24 06:30:49 UTC

Our Mental Health Policy highlights key practices, staff and contacts within Gryffe and Renfrewshire.

Hello Yellow - Young Minds Charity Fundraiser

Mrs_Costello — 2024-11-20 07:31:16 UTC

Pupils raised over £500 for Young Minds Charity on World Mental Health Day 2024

Staff Messages on Hello Yellow Day

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Renfrewshire's Health & Wellbeing Blog

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This blog highlights all the available training for schools within Renfrewshire. There are also key contacts regarding support for Wellbeing and Mental Health.

NVR - New Authority Approach for Parents

Mrs_Costello — 2024-11-20 07:53:20 UTC

NVR is a trauma-informed approach that offers parents/carers/professionals a programme that supports them to focus on the possible ‘unmet needs’ behind this behaviour. Through the understanding and implementation of the following four key concepts; Resist, Persist, Unite & Repair NVR enables adults to address what can be extremely challenging behaviours. This is one of Gryffe's key relationship approaches that all staff have been trained in to ensure consistency in all classes.

Mrs_Costello — 2024-12-17 09:24:54 UTC

Our Wellbeing Ambassador programme is now in the fifth year and involves senior pupils who volunteer their time to support and enhance the wellbeing of all pupils in Gryffe. The pupils are trained in Mental Health, Child Protection, Anti-Bullying, Listening Skills, Additional Support Needs, Biology of the Teenage Brain, suicide prevention, self-harm. For the first time this year, pupils are also trained in CBT approaches.

Renfrewshire's Family Wellbeing Services

Mrs_Costello — 2024-12-17 09:26:07 UTC

Family Wellbeing Community Team offer support with a wide range of issues which may be affecting you or your family's wellbeing. Being a parent or carer can be difficult at times. This support will be offered when and where you need it and for as long as you need it.

Mrs_Costello — 2024-12-17 09:27:01 UTC

Who Cares? Scotland supports care experienced people to have their voice heard and we make that happen in a number of ways.

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The Young Carers service provides information and training on Young Carers rights and services. A Young Carers Worker is there to listen and advocate on behalf of Young Carers. We can also speak to schools and other professionals to help get the best outcome for Young Carers.

The Young Carers service offers opportunities to have fun, learn new things and meet other young people who are going through a similar situation whilst getting a break from their caring role.

Mrs_Costello — 2024-12-17 09:31:55 UTC

External Partners can meet with pupils during school time. Either guidance or wellbeing team will organise. All services are free and open to every pupil in need.