Twitter

17/11/23

Have you experienced how students with can fall into a cycle of negative thinking 💭? Help them to focus on a time they coped well in a situation and think about why it worked for them. For tips on tackling low-level anxiety read our blog https://t.co/a0DaP6CLdy pic.twitter.com/OxMpOlJpNk

02/11/23

6th Form Open Evening sharing the vision for our charitable & industrial partnerships pic.twitter.com/NH281MLmAj

02/11/23

What do students think of our 6th Form pic.twitter.com/TifmUcmJmO

21/10/23

We are delighted to share that with the publication of the School Performance Tables yesterday our Academy is placed 42nd in the country overall, and 10th out of all non-selective comprehensive schools. A fantastic achievement for our students and staff!! pic.twitter.com/0vh1xBUXH5

18/10/23

These new kits, worth £250,000 across all of our academies, have been enthusiastically welcomed by our football players - thank you https://t.co/RXSxSGdkaG

09/10/23

We had such a fantastic day with our friends from today! The children (and staff!) had lots of fun at the Afrobeats dance workshops not only learning routines but the origins of the music & moves pic.twitter.com/WcND71dJWJ

06/10/23

This room is beaming with pride of the courage and vibrant energy of our incredible young people 👏🏽. I'm welling up with tears of joy. This is the power of a united, positive & unrelenting educational institution, changing lives to close the poverty gap pic.twitter.com/9gMAnYxN9O

19/08/23

The Class of 2023 have proved themselves to be resilient, purposeful, hard-working and determined in their studies. Each of them deserves to enjoy the next stage of their education, knowing that they have fully demonstrated their ability and worth https://t.co/UbLL7P8rGr

15/07/23

Thank you so much for supporting and in this funding round 🤩! Huge thanks from to all donors of 💚💐 https://t.co/8EA6bmcZBJ

14/07/23

Thank you so much for supporting and in this funding round 🤩! Huge thanks from to all donors of 💚💐 https://t.co/8EA6bmcZBJ

09/07/23

Massive congratulations to Henry Curtis on signing his professional contract at Ipswich Town 📝⚽️Henry joined the club from Kinetic back in January on an initial scholarship & was a part of our academy programme at ⚽️📚 https://t.co/ZX4jEiBKLU#KineticAcademy pic.twitter.com/9T9iaqkdbX

09/07/23

Massive congratulations to Henry Curtis on signing his professional contract at Ipswich Town 📝⚽️Henry joined the club from Kinetic back in January on an initial scholarship & was a part of our academy programme at ⚽️📚 https://t.co/ZX4jEiBKLU#KineticAcademy pic.twitter.com/9T9iaqkdbX

28/06/23

We join with our sister school in Tottenham in wishes all in our community a wonderful day as they celebrate Eid al-Adha. https://t.co/P1gX2Airtg

21/06/23

Thank you so much to Making the Leap for helping our Year 10s today in 1-2-1 interviews. Brilliant careers education opportunities here for all. Thanks to for all their volunteers today who devoted their time and ideas & feedback with such elan pic.twitter.com/CaXKrBUYgE

21/06/23

Superb achievement from our sister school in Bromley - Well done for the silver award to Patrice Gonzales https://t.co/5erMN3GCuv

21/06/23

Superb achievement from our sister school in Bromley - Well done for the silver award to Patrice Gonzales https://t.co/5erMN3GCuv

21/06/23

Thank you so much to Making the Leap for helping our Year 10s today in 1-2-1 interviews. Brilliant careers education opportunities here for all. Thanks to for all their volunteers today who devoted their time and ideas & feedback with such elan pic.twitter.com/CaXKrBUYgE

24/05/23

Another AMAZING today! We managed to spend almost the entire day outside including; a morning walk, storytelling in the park, tree decorating, maths with natural resources, a lunchtime picnic & even learning Spanish directions in the playground! pic.twitter.com/WAr9Vq5RXP

24/05/23

So great to visit with to speak with and listen to the views of students.Pupils told me about a wide range of things they care about, including their mental health, family and their education. Great to hear such optimism for the future! pic.twitter.com/eZkvYZhpHX

24/05/23

So great to visit with to speak with and listen to the views of students.Pupils told me about a wide range of things they care about, including their mental health, family and their education. Great to hear such optimism for the future! pic.twitter.com/eZkvYZhpHX

Harris Academies
All Academies in our Federation aim to transform the lives of the students they serve by bringing about rapid improvement in examination results, personal development and aspiration.

Central Office

Bexley

Bromley

Clapham

Croydon

Greenwich

Haringey

Havering

Merton

Newham

Southwark

Stratford

Sutton

Thurrock

Wandsworth

Westminster

Willesden

Mental Health Information

Health and Wellbeing

Through a wide range of support and opportunities, we are committed to supporting our students to become positive and happy citizens of Harris Academy St Johns Wood, by encouraging students to live healthy, happy lives.

A movement of people committed to building a happier and more caring society. They want to see a fundamentally different way of life - where people care less about what they can get just for themselves and more about the happiness of others.

Understanding anxiety, how to spot the signs, tips for parents/young people and how to find more help.

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is actually a perfectly normal human state, and despite its presence in the headlines as a major player in the mental ill-health of many people, it actually has its uses!

At moderate levels of anxiety, a person’s performance and attention to detail can improve. However, it becomes a problem when the feelings become more intense, last for a long time and begin to negatively impact on how well you can do things, your enjoyment of things and family life.

In general, stress and fear are seen as responses to specific, external factors, whereas anxiety is often internal and is usually concerned with what could or might happen.

Where to Find Help?

 

Coping with Exam Stress

Tips and guidance on how you can take the 'stress' out of 'exam stress'.

 

Mental Health Signposting and Guidance

A collection of links and resources, which can help to support mental health, resilience, emotional health and wellbeing.

o    Startz (creative activities for wellbeing/self help)

o    LGBT Foundation

Information

o    MIND

o    Young Minds

o    Head Meds (Powered by Young Minds giving information about medication and conditions)

o    Royal College of Psychiatrists

o    Mind Ed

o    NSPCC (Mental health and suicidal thoughts)

o    Bi-Polar UK

Support

o    Kooth (Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people aged 10-25)

o    Samaritans 

o    BEAT (Beating Disorders)

o    Papyrus (Prevention of young suicide)

o    Childline

o    The Mix (information & support for under 25’s)

o    Young Minds

o    Youth Access (advice and counselling network)

Resources

o    ‘Stay Alive’ App

o    Calm Harm App (Self-harm support/distraction app)

o    Headspace (mindfulness/relaxation app)

o    Self Help Resources/Worksheets

o    Anna Freud – Schools in Mind

 

Mindfulness

Mindfulness, in a nutshell, is being able to focus on the present moment. It can be practised anywhere but preferably somewhere quiet to aid relaxation and reflection. Activities within our ‘Relaxation’ scheme of work are not all focused on mindfulness itself but the activities within allow students to reflect on past, present and future emotions and feelings.

Below is a brief overview of some of the things we cover:

Deep Breathing Exercises

Students focusing on their breath through teacher led step by step instructions.

Muscle Relaxation

Aim to tense and relax the whole body by starting with the head and neck and working all the way down to the toes. By focusing on each body part and tensing it for a set amount of time allows the mind to stay focused.

Mindfulness Activities

Listening to an audio clip through directed mindfulness or trying to develop this independently.

Yoga

Relaxation poses.

Visual Imagery

Student led descriptive texts based around relaxing places and trying to engage students to imagine they are in a specific place away from stress and worries.

Activities

Activities to clear the mind and focus on a specific task at present: Colouring in reading, listening to music, friendship bracelets, playing cards, playing with playdoh.