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Each week, we feature 'The Wellbeing Bookshelf' - a spotlight on one key resource to support your family. Whether it is a book, a podcast, or a helpful website, we will hand-pick tools that offer insight, practical advice, comfort, and inspiration.
Check out this week's recommendation, along with news on upcoming wellbeing events.
The Wellbeing Bookshelf
The Wellbeing Bookshelf
This Week’s Pick...
This Week’s Pick...
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)
Philippa Perry offers a profound look at the foundational nature of human connection by shifting the focus toward the quality of the bond between individuals. She explores the idea that our own upbringing creates an emotional legacy that shapes our current interactions, often in ways we do not consciously realise. By emphasising self-awareness and the importance of validating the feelings of others, Perry provides a masterclass in empathy that is as relevant to friendships and professional partnerships as it is to family life.
The core takeaway is that our ability to be present and non-judgmental is the most transformative tool we have for building security in any relationship. Perry writes with a warmth that acknowledges we are all going to mess up sometimes, but she shows that the real work happens in how we reflect on those moments and try to make things right.
MHST information for Parents
MHST information for Parents
To help families navigate emotional wellbeing with confidence, the AfC Mental Health Support Team has provided a comprehensive suite of resources, including direct referral pathways and practical guidance.
MHST leaflet explaining who and what we offer
Self-referral for primary aged pupils
Self-referral for secondary school pupils
Leaflets on our universal groups
ASD parent/carer support group
ASD parent/carer support group
Friday 8 May 2026 from 9.30 to 11am at Grand Avenue Primary School, Surbiton, KT5 9HU.
Join us for coffee, biscuits and chat to other parents that understand!
Theme: Routines and structure
If you would like to come along, please register by following this link.
Information from the Mental Health Support Team (MHST): Making a Self Referral
Information from the Mental Health Support Team (MHST): Making a Self Referral
Who are we?
Who are we?
The Mental Health Support Team (MHST) is a schools-based service, supporting children, young people and parents’
emotional wellbeing in a range of ways.
Who do we support?
Who do we support?
We work with children and young people, from the age of
5 to 18, who experience difficulties with their emotional wellbeing and mental health. These can be common for lots of young people and might include sadness, feeling low, anxiety or low self-esteem.
In primary schools, we also offer parents individual guided self-help sessions based on cognitive behaviour therapy principles, either around supporting their child to manage anxiety, or behaviour that challenges.
Whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing
Whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing
In addition, we support schools and families with:
In addition, we support schools and families with:
● parent webinars on a range of topics
● coffee mornings based at your child’s school
● staff workshops and support
● group work, assemblies and workshops to promote
emotional wellbeing
To self-refer, please follow the link below to complete a short online form:
Mental Health Support - Self Referral - Achieving for Children
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