According to figures from the Office of National Statistics, 10% of children in Great Britain aged between 5 and 16 have a mental health problem, with 4% of children suffering from an emotional disorder such as anxiety or depression.
The problem for parents is that depression in children can be difficult to spot.
Below are links which you may find useful and a Mental Health report from Mrs Pollard who is one of our Higher Level Teaching Assistant, who is a qualified counsellor (level 2 and 3 in counselling skills CPCAB awarded).
Bowes
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 9LG
Head Teacher: Mr R Batchelor
School Administrator: Mrs. R. Gedye
Tel: 01833 628291