Last week, Sixth Form pastoral pupils took part in a training day with Liz Robson from Worth-it Positive Education, in order to build practical strategies for managing stress, supporting their peers, and fostering a culture of wellbeing within the school.
Research demonstrates that peer pastoral support provides students with benefits such as enhanced social skills, increased self-esteem, and improved academic focus. By offering relatable, non-judgmental guidance on issues like peer pressure, body image, and stress, peer pastoral support fosters a supportive school culture where students feel heard and understood, empowering them to develop coping mechanisms for life’s challenges.
The school was delighted to welcome Liz Robson to work with the Sixth Form pastoral prefects. The wellbeing training day proved to be a highly positive and valuable experience. It focused on mental health, exam stress, and developing a strong sense of personal wellbeing. The interactive nature of the session encouraged active participation and learning, inspiring students to recognize the significant impact they can have by supporting and guiding others.
“We explored practical coping mechanisms, including calming skills like breathing techniques and grounding, as well as distraction skills to help manage stressful moments. These were great for my own knowledge, and I feel confident sharing them with my peers and younger year groups. We ended the day by discussing campaigning and how we can be positive wellbeing role models for younger students.”Tilly, Year 12 pupil & Pastoral Prefect
Overall, the training helped students better understand themselves, boosted their confidence in managing stress, and motivated them to promote positive wellbeing within the school community.
