Mental Wellbeing at Testbourne
At Testbourne Community School we take the time to look after our mental wellbeing. There are regular opportunities during tutor time to discuss any issues and concerns and we now have a mental wellbeing section for students on SharePoint.
In this section, pupils will find: a feel-good playlist; staff mental wellbeing profiles and useful links and resources to help support their mental wellbeing.
We want to encourage students to be `Mind Kind` - that is being kind to themselves and ensuring they have the tools to help them deal with any situations and feelings they may face. The concept behind `Mind Kind` is also about being kind to each-other and supporting the Testbourne community to have a positive mental wellbeing.
Book of the Month
Positively Teenage, by Nicola Morgan
Find simple strategies to develop a positive attitude, growth mindset, self-understanding, determination and resilience and see how those strengths will help you cope with any challenges, enjoy life and achieve your potential.
This book is full of clear, realistic advice on all aspects of physical and mental health. It will show you lots of ways to flourish physically and mentally - from doing things you enjoy to learning new skills; looking after your diet, exercise and attitude to being healthy online; getting great sleep to understanding your personality - allowing you to take control of many areas of your life.
Scattered throughout are POSITIVE BOOSTS: quick ideas for actions you can take to build positivity and well-being. Internet links offer more in-depth information.
Mrs E Bates
Feel Good Playlist
We asked our teaching staff what music they listen to to relax and feel good.
Bobby McFerrin – Don’t worry, be happy
Basement Jaxx – Where’s your head at?
Together in Electric Dreams (Philip Oakey & Giorgio Moroder)
I Won't Back Down (Tom Petty and the Heart Breakers)
A Design for Life (Manic Street Preachers)
Rockafella Skank (Fatboy Slim)
Out of Touch (Daryl Hall & John Oates)
Florence and the Machine – Shake it Out
Florence and the Machine – Dog Days Are Over
Earth, Wind and Fire – September
Golden Retriever by Super Furry Animals (happy track)
The Water by Johnny Flynn and Laura Marling
Here comes the sun by The Beatles.
Three Little Birds ( Don't Worry About a Thing ) - Bob Marley
La bicicleta by Carlos Vives and Shakira
Useful Links
Click here to access the Student SharePoint page.
