Framlinghamian 2023 - Flipbook - Page 127
WELLBEING
fundamental aspect of the school’s culture.
open to pupils and parents to access and
use), Alicia, a BACP accredited therapist,
gave up her time to impart her extensive
The committee, driven by a desire to
knowledge and experience on managing
foster an environment of compassion and
the many challenges of adolescent
inclusivity, actively initiated conversations,
development in today’s society.
projects, and initiatives aimed at
spreading positivity throughout the school
During her visit, Alicia kindly took part in
and thought-provoking discussions on the
a podcast, hosting a discussion with two
power of empathy and understanding.
of the College’s Wellbeing Ambassadors,
Will L and Anna C, alongside Deputy
During the Summer Term, when pupils’
Head (Pastoral), Oliver Lloyd, about
mental health is of paramount importance,
some of the most prevalent challenges
and for the many pupils taking exams, a
facing young people, such as managing
time of anxiety and worry, Mental Health
friendships, relationships and social media
Awareness Week was supported with
habits. You can listen to the full podcast
ongoing reminders of helpful resources
here.
to manage mental health challenges and
where to seek help if needed.
Alicia’s visit was swiftly followed by
Random Act of Kindness Day, an
At the Prep School, pupils celebrated
opportunity Head Girl Ruby B did not want
Wear it Green Day which saw a vibrant
to miss to ensure her fellow pupils retained
sea of green in昀椀ltrate uniforms across
focus on the importance of ‘making
the school. Children and sta昀昀 united in
kindness the norm’. Her message for the
a colourful display of solidarity aimed
day: “Wear something brightly coloured!
to prompt conversations about mental
The more colourful the better – be bold!!
health and the importance of self-care,
#makekindnessthenorm.”
resilience, and supporting one another in
times of need.
Ruby took it upon herself to be the
catalyst for driving cultural expectations
It was a powerful reminder that in our
at the College by also forming the
school community mental health matters,
Kindness Committee, a group comprising
and that by working together, we can
dedicated peers who shared a common
break down stigmas, o昀昀er support, and
goal: to ensure kindness is recognised as a
promote the wellbeing of all.
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