Support for Wellbeing                            

We provide a supportive, inclusive environment and we are proactive in our approach.

Along with Personal Tutors, Support Officers and Senior Tutors, students have access to the support of the Director of Safeguarding and Intervention, the Assistant Principal of Safeguarding and Support, the Health and Wellbeing Manager and the Student Wellbeing Practitioner. 

Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator

Our Health and Wellbeing Manager is a qualified nurse and based in the Student Services building. This means that we have a professional nurse on site every day to ensure all students’ health and mental health needs are supported throughout their time at Godalming College.  
The Health and Wellbeing Manager works with the Student Wellbeing Practitioner to help you find the services and support which are most appropriate for your needs. They also work closely with external services such as MindWorks/CAMHS and other service providers, to ensure that all available support is being utilised. 

Wellbeing Support

• Godalming Connections: Student led lunchtime group and society to support those students who might find the transition into college more difficult. 
• Learning Space (Mindworks):  Anxiety and stress management sessions with a dedicated team who specialise in Neurodiversity. 
• Wellbeing +Explore: An interactive enrichment course for students to explore ways to improve their mental and physical wellbeing. 
• Pets as Therapy 
• Tea and Talk events 
• Safety, Wellbeing and Progression weeks: Events to ensure students are kept informed and have opportunities to talk to external agencies. 
• Student Assistance Programme (SAP): Access to a dedicated app called ‘Wisdom’ which provides a 24/7 counselling and support helpline as well as a wide range of useful resources to support their health and wellbeing. 

College Counselling Service

We have a Counselling Service for students located on site, run by BACP accredited counsellors. The service is available five days a week. You can obtain further details by speaking with the Student Wellbeing Practitioner or self-refer by email for this free, confidential and impartial service.  

Wellbeing Hub and Garden

Our Wellbeing Hub and Wellbeing Garden offer tranquil spaces for students to relax, reflect and rejuvenate. The Wellbeing Hub provides access to a calm study space that students with mental and physical health barriers can use and access further support. The Garden is a peaceful retreat for any student to enjoy mindfulness and being outside. Together, they support the holistic wellbeing of our students, fostering a healthy and balanced College experience. 

Safeguarding

Godalming College promotes the importance of student safety through our Safeguarding Policy, which highlights that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. In Safety and Wellbeing weeks students learn about how to keep themselves safe, both now and in the future. All staff at Godalming are committed to the safeguarding of our students and will liaise with external agencies when necessary. The Safeguarding Team comprises the Assistant Principal of Safeguarding and Support, Director of Safeguarding and Intervention, Senior Tutors, Head of Learning Support, Health and Wellbeing Manager and Student Wellbeing Practitioner.

Financial Help

The College is able to offer financial assistance in the form of bursaries to help students with the direct costs of study, such as transport, books, equipment and exams. It is available to students who may have difficulties in completing their courses because of financial considerations or for unforeseen emergencies. You can contact our Student Support Team if you are not sure whether you may qualify. Further information is available from the College website or Student Reception.

If you have a general enquiry, please email health@godalming.ac.uk