Breaking the silence: 'My Voice Matters' this children's mental health week!

In a world where 26% of children feel the need to hide how they are feeling, and 32% are not comfortable seeking help, the significance of this year's Children's Mental Health Week theme, 'My Voice Matters,' cannot be overstated.

There is a critical need to address the challenges faced by today’s students, especially when it comes to emotional health and wellbeing. However, it can be a challenge to create a system in school that ensures no pupil falls under the radar.

The children who struggle the most are often those that teachers are not aware of; pupils that internalise their feelings or don’t know how to ask for help and express themselves.

So, how can we ensure that every student's voice is not just heard but valued and supported within the school environment?

Establishing a system that accommodates the diverse needs of every child, providing them with the means and comfort to share their thoughts and feelings, is undoubtedly a challenge.

Children encounter numerous barriers when it comes to expressing their emotional struggles. The fear of judgment, a lack of understanding or vocabulary to articulate their feelings, and the absence of a safe space can hinder them from seeking help.

At BounceTogether, we are committed to providing new and innovative ways to help schools measure whole-school wellbeing and intervene early before problems escalate.

• Research-Based Surveys: Running a survey provides a great way for teachers to gain insights, open conversations and strengthen relationships. At BounceTogether, we provide access to the largest repository of research-based surveys, which our team has carefully selected to be age-appropriate for early years, primary, secondary, and college students. They cover a diverse range of wellbeing indicators, from resilience to eating habits, growth mindset, and beyond, enabling schools to collect insight into different factors that impact children’s wellbeing.
• Accessibility: In a world where children grow up surrounded by technology, often mastering emojis before articulating their thoughts, BounceTogether is designed to seamlessly integrate into their digital lives. Our platform is accessible on any device to ensure children can share their thoughts in a  familiar and comfortable environment. Pupils can also make use of accessibility support features, translate the questions into over 65 different languages, and change the background or font colour.
• Effortless Results and Reporting: BounceTogether ensures that the analysis and scoring process is seamless, offering comprehensive reporting at various levels—school-wide, year groups, classes, demographics, and individual students. The platform transforms raw data into actionable insights, allowing teachers to see the bigger picture while staying focused on the unique needs of their student community.
• Early Intervention: By analysing wellbeing data in real-time, Bounce Alerts ensures that schools are immediately informed about students experiencing emotional health challenges. Whether it's an unexpected change in a student's wellbeing or concerning responses to specific questions, Bounce Alerts provide a safety net, enabling teachers to intervene before problems escalate.

As we navigate Children's Mental Health Week 2024, BounceTogether emerges as a transformative solution, offering schools a precise, efficient, and data-driven tool to foster inclusivity and support every student's voice. By seamlessly integrating precision in measurement, proactive intervention, and customization, BounceTogether stands as a crucial partner in empowering students to express themselves, ensuring that no voice goes unheard or unsupported.

Our team is ready to help your school take the next step this Children's Mental Health Week. Whether you are looking to run a singular survey or multiple surveys tailored to your school's needs throughout the year, we are here to support you.

Schedule a quick one-to-one call with our experts and let us guide you through the process of initiating impactful changes that make a lasting difference in the lives of your students. With plans starting from just £90, you can unlock the potential of precision measurement, and proactive intervention, and make 'My Voice Matters' more than just a theme in your school.

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