Well-Being

At Westfields Infants School (and across The Westfields Federation) we place children’s well‑being at the heart of everything we do, creating an environment where every child feels supported, valued, and able to thrive. Alongside the teaching team we benefit from a dedicated family support worker (FSW) who works closely with our families, helping to nurture a healthy, balanced approach to emotional and social support.

In school through the JIGSAW PSHE Curriculum, children build on their learning week by week, developing the language and confidence to express themselves and talk about their feelings. To make sharing emotions feel safe and approachable, every classroom has its own worry monster called TED (Tell, Explain, Describe), giving children a gentle, less direct way to communicate any concerns or worries they may have.

Together, and through our Federation Aims these approaches help ensure that pupils develop their resilience and skills to grow as unique individuals who are prepared to face the challenges of the modern world.

Contacts for Parents

Children and Young Families | Health and social care | Hampshire County Council Mental Wellbeing Hampshire

Explore mental health | Mental Health Foundation Mental Health foundation

CAMHS Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service

School Nurses Archive | Hampshire School Nursing Team

Mental health and parenting | NSPCC NSPCC Mental Health and parenting

Engage in their future Improving life chances for children experiencing Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges (SEMH).

Barnardo's Supporting your child’s mental health

Katie Kirby Family Support Worker – contact through school office

Parent Resources

Tips and Advice - Parent Wellbeing BBC clips to promote well being

Boundaries and routines – understanding your child (from wjs website)