Students at NET – Kearsley Academy have been reminded that they can talk to staff and the pastoral team during the academy day if they have worries or concerns.
Please also find links to further information available.
A number of children’s charities and wellbeing information sites have collated information on how the Coronavirus can be causing anxiety amongst young people and ways to support them
Please find some links with advice and guidance to support your child;
Mind Website
Has information regarding ways in which you and your child can cope with the anxiety and worry, linking with coronavirus, including ways to support self-isolation and plans for staying indoors.
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
YoungMInds Website
Has information aimed at ‘young people’ to support anxiety and ways in which students can manage the impact of social media on them.
https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/what-to-do-if-you-re-anxious-about-coronavirus/
BBC
Advice on ways in which parents / carers can talk to children regarding Coronavirus.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51734855
General Anxiety and Support
Childline
A range of materials to support students with anxiety and worries.
Further information for parents and carers.
NHS
Important guidance re prevention and accessing support, links also to the Government action plan and updates.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
Government Updates
Includes up to date information from the Government, announcements and publications.
https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response