Help and Support
Need Someone to Talk To?
Sometimes we all need a little extra help.
If you are worried, feeling sad, anxious, lonely, upset or unsafe, there are people who can help. You can always talk to a trusted adult at school, such as your teacher, the Designated Safeguarding Lead, or another adult you trust.
You can also find support from the organisations below. They are safe, trusted services that listen to children and young people and help them get the support they need.
Remember: You are never alone and it is always okay to ask for help.
Trusted Charities and Support Services for Children
Childline
What is Childline?
Childline is a free and confidential service for anyone under 19. If you are worried, feeling upset, being bullied, struggling with friendships, or have something you don't know how to talk about, Childline is there to listen and help. You can contact them online or by phone 24 hours a day.
Telephone: 0800 1111
NSPCC
What is the NSPCC?
The NSPCC helps keep children safe. Their website has advice and information about topics such as bullying, staying safe online, family problems, and getting help when you are worried about yourself or someone else.
Kooth
What is Kooth?
Kooth is a free online mental wellbeing service for young people. It offers articles, self-help activities and the opportunity to speak with trained counsellors online. If you are feeling worried, anxious, sad or stressed, Kooth can help.
Website: https://www.kooth.com
YoungMinds
What is YoungMinds?
YoungMinds supports young people's mental health. Their website provides advice, tips and guidance on emotions, anxiety, friendships, exam stress and other challenges children and young people may face.
Website: https://www.youngminds.org.uk
CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection)
What is CEOP?
CEOP helps children and young people stay safe online. If something online has made you feel unsafe, worried or uncomfortable, you can report it through CEOP and get support.
Website: https://www.ceop.police.uk
Shout
What is Shout?
Shout is a free, confidential text messaging support service. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or need someone to talk to, you can text a trained volunteer for support.
Text: SHOUT to 85258
Website: https://giveusashout.org