Mental health is a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community. (World Health Organization)

At Townlands C of E Primary Academy our vision ‘A journey of learning in the light of God’s love’, is at the heart of our approach to mental health and wellbeing and is an integral part of how we approach teaching and learning. Our school Christian values are Faith, Love, Respect, Friendship, Honesty, Hope and Forgiveness. These values shape all we do and enable Townlands Primary Academy to be committed in supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of our pupils and staff. Our school recognises that everyone experiences life challenges that can make us vulnerable and at times, anyone may need additional emotional support. As a collective school family, we each have a role to play in nurturing positive mental health for all.

Our Senior Mental Health Lead in school is Mrs Thompson who is also our SENDCo and part of our Pastoral Team along with Mr Duane and Mrs Shakespeare.

If you require any support from the pastoral team, please visit the school office or email us via- send@townlands.leics.sch.uk

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NHS Education Mental Health Practitioner

My name is Becky Ward, and I am the Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) at Townlands school. 

I am usually based in school one day per week.

My role is to offer low intensity Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to children and young people and/or their parents/carers for a period of 6-8 weeks through 1-1 or group work sessions. We also offer a parent led route (OSI) that can be done at home with your child. This support is offered via referral only through the school and for children that are experiencing symptoms of mild anxiety or low mood. As part of the MHST service I also support the school with their whole school approach to mental health initiatives.

To find out more about how I help children in school, click the following link. MHST Primary clip

Please speak to Mrs Thompson, Mrs Shakespeare or Mr Duane for more information or if you feel your child may need a referral.

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Our School: A Flourish Project Hub

We are proud to be part of the Flourish Project, a transformative initiative designed to support the emotional, mental, and social well-being of every child in our school community. As a Flourish Project Hub, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where students can thrive both academically and personally, developing the resilience and skills they need for success in life.

What is the Flourish Project?

The Flourish Project is a well-being program grounded in positive psychology and emotional intelligence. It aims to create safe, inclusive spaces where students feel valued, empowered, and confident. The project focuses on the whole child—their mental, physical, emotional, and social well-being. Please click on the PDF documents below for more information.

At Townlands, Mrs Thompson and Mrs Shakespeare are trained to deliver the Flourish Project to pupils.

Since self-esteem and mental well-being are crucial components of children's development, we are well aware of how both of these can significantly impact their academic attainment and future employability. For this reason we chose to become a Flourish Project Hub School.

Improving self-esteem can lead to improved academic attainment. When a child has a positive self-image, they are more likely to believe in their abilities and have the confidence to take on challenges. This confidence can translate into better academic performance, as children who believe in themselves are more likely to try harder, take risks and persist in the face of difficulty. Studies have shown that children with higher self-esteem are more likely to perform well in school and achieve higher grades.

'Happy children thrive; unhappy children do not thrive.'

We know as a school that we play a crucial part in helping to promote positive mental health and self-esteem in our pupils in order for them to reach their full potential and succeed in the future!

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