Mental Health & Wellbeing
At Malorees, we prioritise the emotional wellbeing and mental health of our pupils, families, and staff. Our Inclusion Team works closely with children and parents who request support, as well as those we identify potentially benefiting from additional intervention.
We work in partnership with several established organisations and therapeutic professionals to provide a comprehensive and responsive wellbeing offer.
Our Wellbeing Approach
What Supports Good Mental Health?
Feeling Good-Experiencing positive emotions such as curiosity, enjoyment, safety, happiness, and a general sense of emotional wellbeing.
Functioning Well- Building healthy relationships, managing daily challenges, maintaining confidence and feeling in control of one’s choices and environment. Our pastoral approach supports children in developing resilience, emotional literacy, and self-regulation.
Promoting Children’s Wellbeing
We encourage pupils to:
- Use positive self-talk and affirmations
- Maintain a healthy, balanced diet and stay hydrated
- Engage in daily physical activity
- Talk openly with trusted adults when worried or unsure
- Establish consistent sleep routines
These healthy habits support emotional stability, concentration and overall mental wellbeing.
In-School Wellbeing Programmes
ELSA – Emotional Literacy Support Assistants
ELSA offers weekly 6–8 session programmes providing children with a safe, structured space to explore emotions such as anxiety, grief, anger, low confidence and social challenges.
Our ELSA Team:
- Miss Barroso — ELSA Lead
- Mr Rowe — ELSA Trained
- Ms Ferlisi — ELSA Trained
All practitioners receive supervision from Brent Educational Psychologists.
Zones of Regulation
A 6-week group programme supporting children in recognising emotions, understanding triggers and learning strategies for effective self-regulation,
ARTiculate
Articulate groups run by Ms. Murphy every Wednesday. This is a 6-week program using therapeutic talking techniques designed to help individuals and groups of children that may encounter similar challenges. This space enables them to support each other, build relationships and bonds.
Specialist Services at Malorees
Unlocking Potential (UP)
Provides 1:1 therapeutic sessions delivered by qualified child therapists, supporting emotional regulation, resilience and wellbeing.
Brent Mental Health Support Team (MHST)
MHST offers both individual and group interventions, including:
*Art Therapy
- *Brain Buddies whole-class emotional-regulation sessions
- *Parent led interventions
These interventions support early identification and management of children’s mental-health needs.
Little Lives UK
Stephanie – School Based therapist
A charity offering early-intervention emotional and practical support to children and families. They help ensure access to essential resources and wellbeing programmes that strengthen resilience and family stability.
The Family Group
Kate SB therapist and School-Based Partner (SBP): Ms Barroso -A therapeutic programme for parents and children that strengthens communication, emotional connection and family relationships. It supports families managing social, behavioural or emotional challenges.
Private Child Psychotherapy
Ruth provides private, in-school child psychotherapy for pupils requiring deeper therapeutic support. Children are offered a safe, confidential environment to explore emotions, process experiences and develop effective coping strategies.
Accessing Support
Referrals can be made by:
Teachers, SENCo, Safeguarding Team, parents or children.
For any concerns regarding your child’s wellbeing, or to request support, please contact:
📧 wellbeing@maloreesjnr.brent.sch.uk
A member of the Inclusion Team will respond promptly. We aim to understand each child's needs and provide the right level of support to help them thrive.