Provisions

Academic mentoring is support designed to help students achieve their educational goals and improve their academic performance. Mentors serve as a source of motivation and encouragement. Through support and positive reinforcement, mentors help students build self-confidence and develop a positive attitude towards learning. 

Art Therapy Groups – We have two current art therapy groups to support students with their wellbeing and mental health. One group (by invitation only) offers a directive approach, focusing on areas to build self-esteem, self-beliefs/worth, manage anxiety and stress. Our Open Studio group is offered to Sixth Formers only - this facilitates a studio approach for students to utilise art making in a therapeutic modality. Areas it can explore are self-esteem, identity, stress-relief, relationships and more. Please contact sixth form for more information.

Baxter has been trained and approved as a Therapy Dog through the wonderful charity ‘Pets As Therapy’. We are now incredibly lucky to have Baxter visit the school each week, meeting with students from each year group who wish to see him. The students meet with him, and his owners, in small groups to have the opportunity to hear about Baxter (who is originally a rescue dog from Bosnia). 

Gardening club is an invite only club for students. This is an opportunity for students to engage with older members of the local community at Halifax House helping in their communal garden. 

Girls on Board is a program that helps girls, their parents, and teachers understand the complexities of girl friendships. It empowers girls to solve their own friendship issues, recognizing that they are typically the best ones to do so. The sessions are non-judgmental and reflective, designed to increase empathy among the girls, which in turn promotes harmony and resolution. 

Lego club is an invite only club for students that are struggle with interacting socially with other students. The club aims to build confidence through Lego building to help make friendships in a small setting. 

Social skills mentoring involves guiding individuals in developing effective communication, empathy, relationship building and self-confidence. The end goal is to enhance students ability to navigate social interactions confidently and positively. 

All students from Year7-11 have access to Tootoot from the desktop of their school devices. Tootoot is a way for students to a voice without having to speak to an adult. Tootoot makes it simple for students to report anything from worries to mental health concern. Please log on and create your school account. https://drchallonershighschool.tootoot.co.uk/login

Youth coaching supports young people in navigating challenges and achieving goals. It focuses on building confidence, developing essential life skills like communication and decision-making, providing emotional support, fostering resilience, and guiding personal growth 

Youth Mental Health First Aiders are individuals trained to provide initial support to young people experiencing mental health issues. These first aiders are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to recognise signs of mental health problems, offer initial help and guide young person towards appropriate support.