Student Wellbeing & Support

Willow is Haygrove’s wellbeing space. It’s a calm, safe place where you can talk, get support, or take a moment to reset. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, upset, or just need someone to listen, the Wellbeing Team is here for you.

Why might I visit wellbeing?

Students come to Willow for many different reasons, including:

• Past trauma or emotional upset: Time with an emotionally available adult (EAA) to talk, process feelings, and understand what’s happened. Sessions on the teenage brain and self‑esteem are often helpful.
• Anxiety or social anxiety: Support with worries, panic, or feeling overwhelmed in social situations.
• Friendship issues: Help navigating fallouts, communication, and rebuilding confidence.
• Transition worries: Support for students finding the move from primary to secondary school difficult. 
• Feeling upset during the school day: Students may be brought to Willow by their Head of Year, teachers, PFSA, or Student Services. 
• Reintegrating back into school / EBSA: Gentle support for students returning after absence or struggling to attend.
• Low mood: A safe space to talk about how you’re feeling and learn strategies to cope.
• Social media issues: Support with online conflict, pressure, or digital wellbeing.
  
  

What Support Can I Access at Haygrove?

Willow is a quiet, supportive space open to all students. You can come to Willow:

• If a teacher sends you because you’re upset or distressed
• Before school if you arrive feeling anxious
• At break or lunchtime if you need a calm space
• To talk to someone who will listen without judgement

 Types of support available:

Walk‑in Support	A quick check‑in with a member of the team. This might include listening, signposting, or giving you tools to help you cope.
Wellbeing Sessions	A chance to talk more deeply about how you’re feeling, get advice, and work on strategies to improve your wellbeing.
ELSA Sessions	Emotional Literacy Support to help you understand your feelings, build confidence, and develop coping skills.

Additional Support We Can Refer You To

Sometimes you may need more specialist help. Willow can refer you to:

Mental Health Support Team (MHST)	Support through Low‑Intensity Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (LiCBT).
School Counselling (In Charley’s Memory)	A trained counsellor can help you understand your feelings and develop healthy coping skills. Their service is confidential. They also offer drop-in sessions on a Monday Lunchtime for anyone who wants to talk.
School Nurse	Advice on health, development, and wellbeing.
School Chaplain – Patrick Weld	A friendly, confidential listening ear for anyone in the school community.
CAMHS (Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service)	For students who need more specialist mental health support.

 

Mental Health signposting

If you’re finding it hard to come to Willow but you know you’re struggling, this section helps you find information and support.

Below is a list of common concerns. Click on the title to find out more about each one:

Other useful services:

• Every Mind Matters - NHS Supports a wide range of wellbeing concerns.
• Childline is a free, private and confidential service that you can access online and on the phone - Childline | Free counselling service for kids and young people | Childline
• Shout: The UK's free, confidential, 24/7 mental health text service | Shout 85258
• Find out more about 1:1 support - Kooth - Live chat or message

 

Emergency Help

If you ever feel unsafe or worried about your own safety or someone else’s, please speak to a trusted adult immediately. You are not alone.

You can also use SHARP.

Speak to Childline.