Well-Being
School Counselling Service
Our own confidential Counselling Service
Homework Club
The Homework Club offers after school homework provision held in the school library
Special Educational Needs
Find out more about special education provision
External Well-Being Support
Information and support from external sources
School Counselling Service
Our School Counselling Service is an important part of the school’s pastoral system, helping anyone that is experiencing difficulties with an aspect of their life – personal or school related. This is a confidential service, although exceptions can apply to this with regard to Safe-guarding – please ask for clarification at the time of referral.
The counselling service is accessed via the Head of House.
What we Offer:
Counselling
One-to-one confidential sessions with a qualified counsellor.
Click here for the counselling leaflet – ‘Information for young people, Parents, Carers and Staff’
Contact Us:
Debbi Armitage MBACP (Accred)
Email: d.armitage@holmfirthhigh.co.uk
Telephone: 07596 917912
Homework Club
The Homework Club is an after school homework provision held in the library.
Here students can access the internet and a range of resources to support them with their homework. The Homework Club runs from 3.30pm – 4.45pm Monday – Thursday and has staff on hand to support students with their homework.
External Support Websites
Mental Health Support
Talking mental health with young people at secondary school
Some advice for parents and carers
Child in Mind podcasts
Child in Mind is a series of podcasts aimed to help parents and carers understand and manage child and family mental health problems.
Head Space
National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Specifically tailored information for young people, parents, teachers and carers about mental health
Young Minds
UK’s leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people
Other Useful Support Links
Anti Bullying Alliance
A unique coalition of organisations and individuals, who work together to stop bullying
Beating Eating Disorders
UK’s leading charity supporting anyone affected by eating disorders
CEOP - Child Exploitation & Online Protection
The online advice, help and reporting centre. Make a CEOP report here.
Change 4 Life
Would you or your family like to be healthier and happier?
ChildLine
Private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of 19
Childnet
Drink Aware
Kirklees Young People Friendly
Up to date information on Sexual Health Services available to all young people within Kirklees
Locala School Nurse Facebook page
Information about the NHS School Nurses can be found on this link, along with health information. The NHS School Nurse Lisa Storey is available in Spectrum every Wednesday lunchtime.
NSPCC
UK leading charity specialising in child protection and dedicated to the fight for every childhood
The Nuture Group Network
The Nurture Group Network exists to promote the development of nurture groups and to ensure the continuing quality of their delivery through accredited training programmes, research on effective practice, relevant publications and information exchange
Parent Info
Expert information to help children and young people stay safe online
Talk to Frank
Up to date information and advice related to drugs
Think U Know
Latest information on the sites you like to visit, mobiles and new technology
Winston's Wish
Leading childhood bereavement charity in the UK, offering practical support and guidance to bereaved children, their families and professionals
Useful mobile apps
Calm App
Calm is an app for mindfulness and meditation to bring more clarity, joy and peace to your daily life. Join the millions experiencing less anxiety and better sleep with our guided meditations, breathing programs and Sleep Stories. Recommended by top psychologists and mental health experts to help you de-stress.
Headspace APP
Guided Meditation and Mindfulness app. Meditation is made simple with guided meditations suitable for all levels from Headspace. Meditation can help improve your focus, exercise mindful awareness, relieve anxiety and reduce stress.