School Culture and Character Development

As the Acting Director of Student Culture and Character Development, I am writing to you today to discuss the importance of wellbeing in education. It is widely recognized that students who are happy and healthy are more likely to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Recent studies show that prioritizing student wellbeing is key to achieving academic success. According to a 2018 study by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), students who report higher levels of wellbeing also report higher levels of academic achievement. Additionally, a 2020 study by the American Psychological Association found that positive emotions and wellbeing can lead to greater academic engagement and success, while negative emotions and stress can have a detrimental effect on learning and academic performance.

At our school, we believe that supporting student wellbeing is a top priority. We have a number of systems in place to ensure that all students feel supported and valued. If you have any concerns about your child's wellbeing, the first point of contact should be their tutor. The tutor will be able to offer support and advice and can escalate concerns to the head of house if necessary.

The Head of House will be liaising regularly with the tutor to ensure that they are aware of any issues that arise. If you have any concerns that you feel the Head of House needs to be aware of, please do not hesitate to contact the Head of House directly. I am also available as another point of contact and will work closely with the Head of House and tutors to ensure that all students receive the support that they need.

In addition to our support systems, we also have a number of programs in place to promote student wellbeing. Our pastoral care program is designed to help students build resilience and develop coping mechanisms for stress and anxiety. 

Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any concerns or questions.

Mrs Mary Shelley

Acting Director of Student Culture and Character Development