Support for Pupils

We all have mental health, just as we all have physical health. A new Hertfordshire campaign aims to make it easier for all of us to talk about our mental health and seek help when it’s needed. At the moment 70% of boys and 72% of girls in Hertfordshire think it’s ok to talk about their mental health. We need to make it 100%.

If you think you are suffering from domestic abuse then you probably are… Safer Places offers a range of different services to support you and guide you through an abusive relationship. If you are not sure click here to find out more about what we can offer you, or to contact us for support right now, call 03301 025811. For information on our services you can e-mail info@saferplaces.co.uk.

Child Bereavement UK supports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a child is facing bereavement. You can also contact them on 0800 0288840

SafeCall – Away from home or care? Caught up in a gang or going country? Are you a family member or carer worried about your loved one being involved with a gang? We will listen and offer you support. Not judge you or tell you what to do. It’s your call. SafeCall is confidential. 9am – 5pm. If you would like to speak to someone urgently, please contact Missing People’s free, 24/7 confidential helpline by call/text 116 000 or emailing 116000@missingpeople.org.uk

Young Carers in Herts offer support for Young Carers. This might include, home visits from our young carer advisor, chance to meet other young carers in a similar situation, who know what it’s like to care for somebody, chance to have some fun with other young carers on trips and activities, chance to talk about things that affect your life and to have your say on our Young Carers’ Council, support through big changes in your life, like moving to secondary school, choosing your subject options or moving into work or further education. You can talk to us openly and in the strictest confidence. We will not judge and will never pass on information without your consent unless someone is in danger.

Ditch the Label is the UK’s largest youth anti-bullying charity. They provide digital adviceand support for thousands of young people aged 12-25 through their website where they have extensive resources (articles, blogs and advice guides) in addition to fully trained digital mentors.

Fearless is a site where you can access non-judgemental information and advice about crime and criminality. What makes this site different is we also provide you with a safe place to give information to us about crime 100% anonymously.

Information, advice, guidance, work related learning, outdoor education and support for young people. An extensive website with links to many other resources. Specifically aimed at young people in Hertfordshire, giving a wide range of information and advice, including links to options guidance, jobs, training opportunities & work experience.

The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) works across the UK tackling child sex abuse and providing advice for parents, young people and children.

YoungMinds Crisis Messenger – If you are a young person experiencing a mental health crisis, you can text the YoungMinds Crisis Messenger for free, 24/7 support, you can text YM to 85258.

Click on The Healthy Young Minds In Herts Icon to the left to access the site. Here you can find information about emotional wellbeing and the mental health support available to you in Hertfordshire

Click the link to help get info and advice about a wide range of issues, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards or call 08001111

The NSPCC offer help, advice and support to parents, professionals and families or call 0808 800 5000

Text your School Nurse on 07480 635050 or click on the icon to access further information on how and why you may wish to access confidential health advice 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, including school holidays.

Love your body, Love yourself, #lovehealth, An NHS Teen Health Website.

Report concerns about a child, get advice and support regarding adoption, fostering, young people in care, young people leaving care and information regarding the Special Educational Needs and Disability local offer.

The Herts SARC offers a comprehensive service for people in Hertfordshire, who have experienced sexual violence or sexual abuse. Our clients can access the Herts SARC via the Police and other professionals, as well as via the self-referral pathway (booking an appointment at the SARC, without police involvement).

Find all you need to explore career opportunities in Hertfordshire - jobs, apprenticeships, support to make informed career decisions, explore the world of work in Hertfordshire, tips on gaining work experience, skills development and lots more

The Sandbox is an NHS-funded service to support children and young people in South Staffordshire and Hertfordshire with their mental health and well-being.

In addition to providing NHS-funded support, The Sandbox is a central place for information about common mental health issues, with information on how to access additional support or emergency services.

Gun and knife crime isn't as common as some people think. But it does happen. And guns and knives can affect everyone, not just people in gangs.

Herts Haven Cafés are a free welcoming drop-in space for children and young people across Hertfordshire to access support for their emotional wellbeing.

If you are a young person seeking support, we’re here to help!

These cafés are safe spaces where young people can get the emotional wellbeing support they need.

Our main goal is to create a non-judgmental environment where young people feel comfortable sharing their concerns. We believe it’s important for individuals to have a space where they can freely express their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. That’s why our compassionate team are here to listen and support.

Newsletter aimed at teenagers regarding public health with lots of good information.

The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. They are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to them via their online community, on social, through their free, confidential helpline or their counselling service

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