Family Handbook 2026-27

STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Informed consent to social work services and confidentiality will be discussed in the first meeting with the Social Worker. Students can provide verbal consent, which will be documented by the Social Worker in their case notes after the session. ​ Risks and Benefits Before the counselling process begins with any student, the risks and benefits are discussed. Counselling may involve the risk of remembering unpleasant events and may arouse strong and/or unanticipated feelings. Benefits of counselling may be personal growth, where goals are achieved and new coping strategies are developed. When to Involve a School Social Worker One of our school Social Workers may become involved when any of the following issues are impeding a student’s progress:

●​ anger management ●​ anxiety ●​ bullying ●​ depression ●​ eating disorders ●​ family conflict ●​ grief/loss

●​ parenting support ●​ peer relationships ●​ self-esteem ●​ self-harm ●​ sexuality and sexual health ●​ stress management

●​ substance abuse ●​ suicidal behaviour ●​ trauma

This is not an exhaustive list; any topic that impacts one’s social emotional learning can be seen by the Social Worker.

How to Access Social Work If a Guidance Counsellor believes that a student could benefit from the support of a Social Worker, they will contact the Social Worker for a confidential consultation. This allows the Social Worker to determine if they are the best professional to support the student.

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