Mental Health Support
Students at Tring School have access to a range of mental health interventions. We triage and allocate support based on need, which may include access to a range of interventions, including;
- Counselling
- Mentoring (peer or through MCR Pathways)
- Mental Health Support Team (NHS ‘MHST’)
- Skills-based Interventions - CBT
- Increased Pastoral Support
Support and approaches vary depending on the presenting need of the child and are formulated on a case-by-case basis, often collaborating with external agencies and parents and carers. Student voice is an integral part of this additional service at our school and we work closely with our student body to ensure services are accessible for all.
School Counselling Service
Our School Counselling Service provides a therapeutic approach to support individuals navigating challenging periods or processing difficult life events and circumstances.
Since September 2025, the service has been delivered in partnership with Circle Therapy.
Circle Therapy brings over a decade of experience in delivering expert mental health support to children and families within educational settings. Their team of trauma-informed practitioners, led by Gayle Hammil, holds specialist expertise in areas including:
- Anxiety
- Attachment
- Bereavement
- Self-harm
- Neurodiversity
Circle Therapy adheres to NICE guidelines for treatment delivery, with sessions periodically reviewed to ensure the most appropriate individual support is in place.
Service Oversight and Consent
The overall service at Tring School is overseen by Miss Ellie-Maye Gosling, who works closely with Circle Therapy’s clinical lead.
In line with ethical practice, counselling is a consent-based service. It can only commence with the full consent of the student undergoing therapy. To ensure safe practice, we also require parental consent before therapy begins.
To refer for school counselling, please speak with your child’s Form Tutor or Pastoral Lead.
With Youth
Websites for Teenagers Wellbeing
Suicide Prevention
Hector Stringer took his own life at the age of 18. His family set up Hector’s House in his memory as a signposting charity, with the aim to stop suicide and the stigma around mental health issues. Hector's House is a local charity - Hector was a student at Tring School.
Childline Calm Zone
There are lots of way to feel calmer. It's about finding what works for you. Try some of the childline calm zone breathing exercises, activities, games and videos to help let go of stress.
Child Safety Online
https://www.childnet.com/ - Online platform for support and advice for young people and their carers.
Please click here to see a guide produced by Internet Matters
NHS - Sleep & tiredness
If you have difficulty falling asleep, a regular bedtime routine will help you wind down and prepare for bed. Click here for healthy sleep tips.
Drug Awareness
For friendly, confidential drugs advice Talk to Frank
Sexual Health & Wellbeing
https://www.servicesforyoungpeople.org/support-for-young-people/services-for-young-people-access-point-projects/sexual-health-services/ - local support for young people in Hertfordshire
Go to Brook for advice
Quit Smoking
The under 18s guide to quitting smoking Livewell & Quit Smoking
Childline
Childline is yours – a free, private and confidential service where you can be you. Whatever your worry, whenever you need help, however you want to get in touch. We're here for you online, on the phone, anytime.
Headspace
Learn to meditate and live mindfully with Headspace.
Action for Happiness
Action for Happiness helps people take action for a happier and more caring world
Our patron is The Dalai Lama and our members take action to increase wellbeing in their homes, workplaces, schools and local communities. Our vision is a happier world, with fewer people suffering with mental health problems and more people feeling good, functioning well and helping others.
Anna Freud - Transforming Children's Mental Health
Our vision is a world where children and families are supported effectively to build on their strengths and to achieve their goals in life. We will continue to promote resilience and wellbeing in children, young people and families, as we have for over 60 years.