Primary School
WELLBEING AT GOWRIE ST
The emotional and physical wellbeing of children is pivotal to their success at school, as they develop into adolescents, and in their future lives. When children are happy, engaged and supported they are more likely to be able to competently and positively navigate life’s challenges. When experiencing a sense of connectedness with their community, school and other individuals, children increase their social literacy and are positioned to thrive and develop into well-balanced and successful young adults.
At Gowrie St Primary we believe that students will reach their full educational potential when they are happy, healthy and safe. We aims to provide an inclusive, supportive and positive school culture in order for students to flourish in their formal education and beyond.
EXTERNAL SUPPORTS FOR FAMILIES
Parentline
Parentline is a phone service for parents and carers of children from birth to 18 years old. Parentline offers confidential and anonymous counselling and support on parenting issues.
Ph. 132 289
https://www.education.vic.gov.au/parents/services-for-parents/Pages/parentline.aspx
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue provides Mental Health support via phone, web chat. The website also gives access to an online support community as well as a range of information, strategies and expert advice to help support your social and emotional wellbeing.
Ph. 1800 512 348
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/home
Lifeline
Lifeline provides compassionate support for people in crisis.
ph. 13 11 14 for 24/7 Crisis Support,
Webchat – 7pm- midnight,
Text 0477 13 11 14 6pm-midnight
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
Safe Steps
Safe Steps provides specialist support services for anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or afraid of family violence.
This services includes- crisis response, service referral, safety planning and more
ph. 1800 015 188 24/7hr service
Web Chat- Mon-Fri 9am- midnight
Mens Line Australia
Mensline is a telephone and online counselling service for men with family and relationship concerns
ph.1300 78 99 78
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
https://mensline.org.au/
EXTERNAL SUPPORTS FOR STUDENTS
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is a free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service for young people aged between 5 and 25.
1800 55 1800
http://kidshelpline.com.au
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
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Student Wellbeing Hub
Want to find out how to keep healthy, happy and get the most out of school?
This is your place to find topics and student learning resources on things like dealing with bullying, how to be smart online, and lots more. You can find games, videos and websites just for you!