Wellbeing Support Over the Summer Period

Supporting Student Wellbeing Over the Summer Break

As we head into the summer holidays, we know this time of year can bring mixed feelings. While many young people look forward to a well-earned break, others may find the change in routine, time away from friends, and uncertainty about what’s next a little unsettling.

At school, students benefit from daily pastoral support, trusted adults and peer connections. During the long summer break, these can feel out of reach—especially when many community services also operate reduced hours.

That’s why it’s important to remind young people and families that support is still available.

🧠 Kooth is still here

Kooth is a free, safe and anonymous online mental health service for young people. It remains open and accessible throughout the summer, offering:

• 1:1 text-based chats with counsellors

• Peer support forums

• Self-help resources

Link to Kooth

🌞 Self-Care Summer Toolkit

We also recommend exploring the Self-Care Summer Toolkit from Mentally Healthy Schools and Anna Freud, available here. It’s packed with practical activities and advice to help students:

• Build healthy wellbeing habits

• Navigate change and uncertainty

• Reconnect with what brings them joy

Some great student resources include:

• Dealing with Change – Lesson Plan

• Wellbeing Activities – Being Kind to Yourself (British Red Cross)

• Mindfulness Relaxation

Students are encouraged to take time for themselves this summer—to rest, reflect, and recharge.

Wishing all our students and families a restful and positive summer break. 💛

Wellbeing Support for Young People and Families