Preshil is deeply committed to prioritising wellbeing as an integral part of the school experience. Through our whole school approach to physical and mental health, wellbeing foundations are forged and allowed the space to grow and flourish across the many dimensions of school life. Various whole school initiatives, such as Wellbeing Wednesdays, Youth Mental Health First Aid and SchoolTV aimed at supporting our students, families and staff are a resounding testament to this as wellbeing exists as foundational to the way we deliver education.
At the heart of our community is the value we place on nurturing and valuing relationships where acceptance inspires our young people with the courage to be and become themselves and weather the storms that may come their way.
Our dedicated wellbeing space provides a welcoming and safe environment which allows us to ensure students’ unique needs are met effectively. In circumstances where students may need to briefly re-regulate and self-manage their wellbeing before returning to class, the space provides an accessible yet secure environment to do this in throughout the school day. Additionally, the space facilitates peer interactions and an opportunity to check in with our Student Wellbeing Leader for additional individual support, which encourages a sense of communication and connection, and provides continuous and personalised support as students transition through different phases of their education journey.
Students who would prefer to seek this support in a more confidential way can engage with the Student Wellbeing Leader via eiPulse or email and an appointment can be arranged through an online booking system. Students are invited to arrange more long term supports through self-referral or connection with our School Counsellor.
In most instances, wellbeing services involve consultation with you and your young person, but your child may be offered a confidential service so that they feel able to trust the Wellbeing team. We always prioritise the safety and wellbeing of your young person first when making decisions about confidentiality and information sharing and this will be discussed in each individual circumstance.