This week, we are celebrating Mental Health Week with a variety of activities designed to promote well-being, kindness, and positivity among our children.

To start the week on a positive note, our wonderful School Councillors greeted the children and parents at the school gate, offering cheerful greetings and positive written messages. These small but meaningful gestures helped set the tone for a day full of happiness, kindness, and self-care.

Each child will bring home a special seed packet as part of our celebration of Mental Health Week. This year, the theme is "Know Yourself, Grow Yourself", which encourages children and young people across the UK to embrace self-awareness and explore what it means to them. Just like the seeds in the packet, we believe that when we take time to understand who we are, we can grow, build resilience, and develop into the best version of ourselves. By nurturing our mental health, we are empowered to face challenges, grow stronger, and thrive. We encourage families to plant the seeds together as a reminder that just as seeds grow with care, so does our mental well-being when we invest in understanding and looking after ourselves.

Our fantastic Year 6 Infant Helpers continue to support the younger children every day as part of their important role. Their ongoing dedication plays a key part in creating a positive and supportive environment throughout the school. On Wednesday, we’ll have ‘Buddy Time’, when the older children will spend quality time with the younger ones in their classrooms. They’ll share stories, engage in conversations, and play games together, building strong connections and fostering friendships across all year groups.

On the same day, we will also have a fun “Drop Your Books and Boogie” event! Children of all ages will take part in a spontaneous dance session to let off steam, have fun, and celebrate Mental Health Week in a lively way. It’s a wonderful opportunity for everyone to get moving, smiling, and connecting with friends.

As part of our focus on mental health and well-being, we are also supporting causes that protect and support children. On Friday, 7th February, we will be raising money for the NSPCC, a charity that works tirelessly to protect children and support their mental health. On this day, we’re inviting children to come to school dressed as their favourite number, or as a creative representation of numbers! Whether it’s a t-shirt with their favourite number or a more elaborate costume, it’s all about creativity and fun! We kindly ask for a £1 donation per child, with all funds going towards the NSPCC.

We hope this week inspires everyone to focus on the importance of mental health, kindness, and caring for ourselves and others.