At Our Lady of Lourdes CMAT, we are committed to ensuring that every student receives the support they need to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. We recognise that positive mental health is essential for students to reach their full potential, and we actively embed wellbeing into every aspect of school life.
Our Commitment to Student Mental Health
As a Trust, we take a proactive approach to mental health and wellbeing by:
- Creating a culture of care where students feel safe, valued, and supported.
- Empowering student voice to ensure young people have a say in decisions that impact their wellbeing.
- Providing early intervention and access to professional support when needed.
- Equipping students with life skills through our curriculum to build resilience and emotional wellbeing.
- Working closely with families and external professionals to offer comprehensive support.
Trust-wide and School-Based Support
Each school within our Trust has designated Senior Mental Health Leads who oversees’ the school provision for mental health and wellbeing, to ensure effective provision for students and staff. These key individuals are trained to recognise, respond to, and support mental health needs within their school communities.
Alongside school-based support, Helen Flint, Assistant Headteacher at All Saints’ Mansfield, is the Trust Lead for Student Mental Health. She provides Youth Mental Health First Aider training, resources, and guidance across our 36 schools. Helen works closely with staff, students, and families to raise awareness, develop mental health initiatives, and ensure high-quality support is in place for all young people.
For guidance or support, students and parents can:
- Speak to their school’s Senior Mental Health Lead or member of staff in charge of supporting students’ mental health and wellbeing, for direct support.
- Access our Mental Health & Wellbeing Space Mental Health & Wellbeing
For guidance or support, Youth Mental Health First Aiders can:
- Contact Helen Flint for guidance, support or training information via email
- Access our Mental Health & Wellbeing Space Mental Health & Wellbeing
Accessing Support
If a student requires additional support, our schools provide a range of interventions, from pastoral care and mentoring to referrals for specialist services. We encourage parents, carers, and students to reach out for guidance at any time.
For more details on our Trust-wide Student Mental Health Policy:
For safeguarding concerns, please refer to our Safeguarding Policy.
Together, we are committed to creating a Trust-wide culture where mental health and wellbeing are seen as shared responsibilities, ensuring every student can thrive and achieve their full potential.
