Supporting Mental Health in Schools: A Comprehensive Approach for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
Contents: As we embark on the 2024-2025 academic year, the focus on mental health and wellbeing within schools is more crucial than ever. With increasing awareness of the mental health challenges faced by students, educational institutions are recognising their vital role in fostering environments that support both emotional and psychological health. Implementing effective strategies to […]
Revolutionising Student Information Management: The Power of MIS
At Compass, we recognise the pivotal role that effective student information management plays in the success of UK schools. As headteachers, you’re tasked with overseeing a complex web of data that impacts every aspect of your school’s operations. But how can a Management Information System (MIS) transform the way you handle student information? In today’s […]
Improving Student Wellbeing with Termly Mental Health Report Cards
Schools are acutely aware of the crucial role that good mental health plays in educational outcomes. With mental health issues among children and adolescents on the rise, there is an urgent need to provide reliable support mechanisms. But could termly mental health report cards be the next essential tool in this endeavour? Rising Parental Concerns […]
Beyond the Numbers: Exploring the Emotional Landscape of Parents with Struggling Children
Trigger Warning: references to depression, self-harm, anxiety. When we discuss children’s mental health, it’s easy to get lost in the numbers. Statistics from our recent report “Disturbing currents: Wellbeing and mental health of children in Wales”, reveal a daunting reality. But beyond the figures lies a deeper, more personal story – one filled with the […]
Peer pressure, social media, and puberty in the spotlight among children in Wales
In this series of blogs we’ve been looking at the issue of wellbeing across Wales. To better understand the rise of mental health concerns among school-age children in Wales, we wanted to explore what parents think may be contributing to the increased levels of anxiety. Last month we published our report, ‘Disturbing currents: wellbeing and […]
Compass Choice Commitment
“Just over a year ago, I posted a video about Choice being powerful. I talked about how Compass was bringing more choice to UK schools that are looking for a better, more modern Management Information System to support the ever-evolving needs of school life.” One year on… choice is STILL powerful Here we are one […]