Mental Health

At The Cornerstone Academy, we understand that mental health is just as important as physical health, and we are committed to promoting positive mental health practices among our students, staff, and families. 

Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and can impact our ability to cope with the stresses of everyday life. Mental health can be influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, environment, and life experiences. 

At our school, we strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard. We believe that mental health is a key component of overall wellness and success, and we are committed to providing resources and support to help our community thrive. 

On this page, you will find information about various mental health topics, including stress management, anxiety, depression, and more. We encourage you to explore these resources and reach out to our mental health first aiders and mental health professionals if you or someone you know needs support. 

Remember, mental health is a journey, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Let's work together to promote positive mental health practices and create a healthy and thriving school community. 

We are pleased to say that since September 2025, we have been working with the Dorset Mental Health Support Team in Schools.

The MHST team say:

“MHSTs are working with a small number of schools across these areas to tackle the challenges children and young people experience, by helping them to feel more resilient, arming them with techniques to look after themselves and strategies to help them cope better with life’s ups and downs. If we feel that more support is required than we are able to offer, we will help signpost the school/family to the right service to help. This may be through Early Help Hubs, Core-CAMHS or other health services or the charitable sector.”

Further information can be found here:

Mental Health Support Team (MHST) in Schools – CAMHS Dorset 

If you believe that your child would benefit from this service and they are currently not open to CAMHS, please contact your head of year team for further information and next steps.