Every child at Danes Hill is supported by a strong and visible network of staff:
· Form Teachers know each pupil individually and are the first point of contact for parents.
· Heads of Year and Heads of Section oversee the pastoral life of each age group, tracking wellbeing, attendance and behaviour.
· The Deputy Head Pastoral coordinates the school’s pastoral systems and chairs the Pastoral Committee, which meets weekly to review pupils on the Welfare Concern List.
· The Safeguarding and Mental Health Team, including our DSL, Mental Health Lead, School Counsellor, and School Nurse, provide expert guidance and targeted support.
The Mental Health Lead is responsible for triaging SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) support, ensuring that each pupil receives the right help at the right time. This may include counselling, ELSA, Girls on Board sessions, Constructive Support Programmes, guidance from the School Nurse, or other tailored interventions designed to promote emotional literacy, regulation and resilience.
Collaboration with families and external professionals ensures a joined-up approach to care, so that every pupil is known, supported, and encouraged to thrive both personally and academically.