06.02.2026 Senior Bulletin

Dear Parents, Guardians & Carers,

Wellbeing at the Heart of Our Community 

This week, Team Wellbeing led a fantastic whole-school assembly focused on the importance of looking after our mental health and wellbeing. Led by Mel, our Wellbeing Lead, alongside Miss Holman, Head of PSHE, pupils were encouraged to think about how they can take care of their own mental health and support others around them. 

Pupils from Years 7 and 8 confidently shared the NHS guidance on the Five Steps to Good Mental Wellbeing, while our Head Student Team spoke about the practical ways they look after their own wellbeing. It was inspiring to hear pupils speak so openly and positively about healthy habits, balance and self-care. A fitting prayer read by Issie and Izzy concluded a very thoughtful and supportive assembly. Thank you to all our pupils who took part in this assembly: you are role models to your peers.  

Wellbeing has also been a key theme in Chapel this week, where pupils were introduced to Cornwall Mind, a local charity that helps people to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Today, pupils came to school in their home clothes to support this important charity. Compassion for others sits at the heart of our school community, and it has been wonderful to see such strong support for this important cause from pupils, staff and families. 

Looking ahead, the Wellbeing Team has a range of activities planned for Children’s Mental Health Week (9-15 February). This year’s theme, ‘This Is My Place’, encourages young people to reflect on where they feel a sense of belonging. Pupils will be invited to share their own places of belonging, whether that is a club, a quiet space, or time spent with friends or family. At school, we foster belonging through our values, pupil voice, clear expectations and consistent support. A strong sense of belonging builds happiness, confidence and responsibility for ourselves and others. More information about Children’s Mental Health Week can be found here. 

Mobile Phones and Wellbeing 

We recognise that parents may choose for their child to have access to a mobile phone outside of school, but on the school site, mobile phones are not permitted before or during the school day. After school, pupils can check their phones in designated areas to support travel arrangements and communication home. 

For most pupils, placing phones in Yondr during tutor time is simply part of their morning routine. This approach supports wellbeing by reducing distraction, encouraging face-to-face interaction, and helping pupils to focus fully on learning and relationships during the school day. It also plays an important role in safeguarding and helps to create a calm, inclusive environment where everyone can feel they belong. 

As with any community, shared routines and expectations work best when everyone supports them. We are grateful to our parents and carers for reinforcing this message at home and for working in partnership with us when challenges arise. 

As the school week draws to a close, this weekend brings much activity. Ten Tors training, sports fixtures, drama rehearsals and a cultural visit to Munich are just some of the exciting events taking place. I hope your weekend is a little more restful than night navigation on Bodmin Moor! 

Have a lovely weekend. 

Miss Emma Mitchell

Deputy Head (Pastoral)