• Are counselling, mental health practitioner and nurse appointments confidential?

All counselling, mental health practitioner and nurse consultations are confidential unless there are safeguarding concerns ie. if there are concerns you are at risk of harming yourself, or of harming other people. If this was the case, it would usually be discussed with you prior to sharing any information. Any information is handled sensitively at all times

• What happens if I urgently need some support?

If you have an urgent query please come and find us in H11, or speak to your Student Progress Adviser or the Safeguarding team in the Student Progress Zone

• What do I do if I feel ill or am injured and need assistance?

Come to H11 or go to main Reception. If you are unable you can ask a friend to do it for you.

• How do I update my medical record?

Go to your medical page on Focus. If you have no medical history you still need to confirm this by selecting NO MEDICAL CONDITION, from the dropdown menu, and then "Save". If you do have medical conditions, please make sure you provide additional information in the relevant boxes, including any prescribed medicines. Please check your information has saved correctly by re-loading the page once completed. Always update this page if you have any significant illnesses or injuries. It is essential for your safety

• What can I do if I'm worried about a friend?

Please come and find us in the Health and Wellbeing dept,  or speak to your teacher, tutor, student progress adviser or the safeguarding team. You can also press the "red button" on the myBarton homepage

• Where can I go if I just want a quiet place to sit?

You can come and sit in the Wellbeing hub in H11, or you are welcome to sit in the Library where there are comfy chairs amongst the books!

• What is a Student Wellbeing Mentor?

Student Wellbeing Mentors are students who have undergone training and are available to meet other students for a chat about a variety of issues including family, college and relationships. Check out their page