Welcome to Woodkirk Academy

We all have mental health, like we all have physical health. Both change throughout our lives. And, like our bodies, our minds can become unwell.

Mental health problems might actually be more common than we think. One in four of us will be affected by mental illness in any year. The effects are as real as a broken arm, even though there isn’t a sling or plaster cast to show for it. 

For further information:

MindMate: Coping with Common Issues

Getting help - MindMate

Leodis Academies Trust - About LSS

Childline | Childline

Leeds Young Carers Support Service - Family Action (family-action.org.uk)

Young carers | Barnardo's (barnardos.org.uk)

LoveRespect - Is my relationship healthy?

Mental Health Support For Young People | YoungMinds

Mental Health Support in Leeds

Kooth
An mental wellbeing community, offering free, safe and anonymous support.
Click here to watch an information video: Kooth for Children & Young People.

Kooth Guides and Top Tips
Navigating depression and low mood
Navigating conflict with your sibling
Navigating difficulties in friendships

Mental health myths and facts
Myth: Mental health problems are very rare.
Fact: 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in any given year.  

Myth: People with mental illness aren’t able to work.
Fact: We probably all work with someone experiencing a mental health problem. 

Myth: Young people just go through ups and downs as part of puberty, it’s nothing.
Fact: 1 in 10 young people will experience a mental health problem.  

Myth: People with mental health illnesses are usually violent and unpredictable.
Fact: People with a mental illness are more likely to be a victim of violence.  

Myth: People with mental health problems don't experience discrimination. 
Fact: 9 out of 10 people with mental health problems experience stigma and discrimination.  

Myth: It’s easy for young people to talk to friends about their feelings.
Fact: Nearly three in four young people fear the reactions of friends when they talk about their mental health problems.