Schools Mental Health Service

Our team works with schools to help them provide support for children and young people 0 to 25 years old who have mental health needs.

Examples of mental health problems include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, phobias, psychosis and suicidal feelings.

Our team:

• provides training for schools and other professionals to support children and understand their mental health needs
• helps schools be more proactive in meeting the mental health needs of children and young people
• gives advice and support to parents, including consultations and workshops
• provides group work with children and young people

If you're concerned about your child's emotional mental health and well-being, get in touch.

If you have urgent concerns about a child’s mental health, phone the 24-hour Sussex Mental Health Line on 0300 500 0101.

If a child is at imminent risk of actual harm and requires medical attention, please attend the A&E Department at Royal Alexander Children’s Hospital

How to get support from us

To get support contact the Special Educational Needs Coordinator at your child's school, who will support you with a referral.

Talk to your child’s teacher or Special Educational Needs Coordinator if you think your child needs support from Schools Mental Health Service.

Contacting our team

Please contact your school in the first instance. If you have a question about the support we provide then you can send us an email.