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01/12/23

We're looking forward to playing next Tuesday!🌟⚽️ https://t.co/UfaFKjPQ4P

30/11/23

A reminder to all students that your last chance to book your Christmas Lunch is tomorrow! The cost is £3 and parents will need to pay via MyEvolve pic.twitter.com/M5a6DnDbLP

22/11/23

During half term, 38 students from Years 9-13 went on an exciting week-long STEM trip to Orlando in which they explored the Kennedy Space Centre, Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure!! pic.twitter.com/Cbsxj6pOG3

20/11/23

Over the Autumn half-term, Invicta students travelled to the West Coast of America for a social sciences trip in which they explored California including Los Angeles and San Francisco🌇🌉 pic.twitter.com/d2ewV5OPHf

17/11/23

Last Sunday, Kimaya in 10N and Ameesha in 8V took part in the Remembrance Parade as Cadets. The event began with a march in Maidstone, followed by laying Poppy Wreaths at memorials and holding a two-minute silence to honour those who lost their lives fighting💚 pic.twitter.com/SsCcxD6844

16/11/23

Invicta U13 recently played Meopham School in a tough match for the Alessia Russo Trophy. Despite a strong comeback in the second half with two goals from Chiddi in 8V, they lost the penalty shootout even with a wonder save from Sylvia in 8N!⚽ pic.twitter.com/wk0z8nU3V5

14/11/23

There are still spaces available for the FIGS Cake Decorating Workshop that takes place on Saturday, 9 December! 🎄🍰To secure your space, head to the link below:https://t.co/4F6CvQVYUX#CakeDecorating pic.twitter.com/zgxsBxT4pA

13/11/23

👏👏👏👏 https://t.co/yAK7kKfJte

13/11/23

On Friday, 10 November Invicta students took on Walderslade in the last round of the Kent Cup and won 4-0!!👏The whole team were incredible and put on a spectacular performance which we hope will continue through to their next games!⚽️#Football pic.twitter.com/mQvhv1X2ly

12/11/23

If you are looking for ways to support Invicta Grammar School or get involved with fundraising and organising social events, please come along to our FIGS Annual General Meeting. It will take place at Invicta this Tuesday, 14 November at 7pm.#FIGS pic.twitter.com/LzEUAHZVJ7

12/11/23

In the last week of Term 1 our Year 7 and 8 Netball teams enjoyed the Maidstone Netball Tournament where they played against 8 other schools! The afternoon finished off with both our year 7 and 8 teams coming 1st which is an amazing achievement for our students!#Netball pic.twitter.com/4ncAPXRthb

10/11/23

Last year, Invicta students managed the budget of the Year 11 Prom so efficiently that they had a sum of money left over and decided to donate it to the Mid Kent MIND charity. #MIND pic.twitter.com/W6NbHo7jx0

08/11/23

That is amazing and a massive well done to Ella. All your support means the world to us - Claire 💚🎂☕

08/11/23

Last term Invicta ran a Cake Competition alongside our recent Macmillan Coffee Morning and the overall winner was Ella in 8V with her Smurf Cat cake! Ella's prize was a BBC Good Food Baking cookbook which will help her make many more amazing cakes!🍰🍰 pic.twitter.com/K6D7nxrekJ

07/11/23

Our choir have been busy rehearsing for the upcoming Autumn Concert which will feature several new performances and a memorable finale of 'Fix You' from our massed school choir and orchestra!Tickets are selling fast so make sure to book your space here: https://t.co/sQHm8IMIVb pic.twitter.com/DNAjxnCQ1y

07/11/23

A reminder that the next FIGS Pre-Loved Uniform Sale will be taking place this Saturday, 11 November in Reception between 9-10am! 📷#FIGS pic.twitter.com/xKqU2NdvWh

06/11/23

Last term saw our Year 9 and 10 Netball Teams compete in the Maidstone Schools Netball Tournament which was organised and hosted by Invicta. Our year 10 team won 4 out of their 6 matches, drawing against Aylesford and losing by one goal to MGGS. They worked brilliantly together!! pic.twitter.com/iF3GEjgcMa

03/11/23

This December FIGS will be holding a Christmas Cake Decorating Workshop! 🎂🎄The workshop will be taking place on Saturday, 9 December and will be guided by a British Sugarcraft Guild Accredited Demonstrator!Book your space on MyEvolve! pic.twitter.com/UaN8JHgqpN

03/11/23

This half term, we have had many exciting trips taking place, including an Exchange Trip to G.T. (Ellen Yeung) College in Hong Kong where our students engaged in a variety of activities and lessons!#HongKong pic.twitter.com/yoG3ZGHXJv

02/11/23

For our final event for the Year 7 Welcome Month, Invicta invited teachers from Year 7 students' Primary Schools for Afternoon Tea; we were delighted to host teachers from almost 30 different schools!#Year7 pic.twitter.com/lmeUrKEoQx

02/11/23

Long term supporters make a huge difference to our work - so we are delighted to share this recent donation from .Year 11 students held their prom recently and had an excess budget - so decided to it to our .We are grateful for their generosity! pic.twitter.com/9wFOVCEedm

27/10/23

Calling all Invicta Year 7, 8 and 9 students! On Saturday, 18 November FIGS will be hosting a Barbie Movie Night!💗Your ticket includes pizza, a choice of Krispy Kreme, a drink and a bag of sweets or popcorn. Make sure to book via myEVOLVE!#Barbie pic.twitter.com/UZaC1A9BR9

25/10/23

We are excited to announce our 2023 Autumn Concert! In November will be welcoming to the stage our School Orchestra, Wind Band, Big Band, Upper and Lower School Choirs and House Bands! There will also be a few musical surprises and a memorable finale of Fix You 💛 pic.twitter.com/3F1nwZgKDT

21/10/23

On Wednesday, 29 November 2023 Invicta Grammar School will be holding its annual Sixth Form Open Evening!😁To secure your place, please book using the link below:https://t.co/fYh0SrABRH#OpenEvening pic.twitter.com/DNwNK69ma0

18/10/23

We Are Hiring! Invicta are currently recruiting for a Teacher of English, an IT Technician and a Part-Time Cleaner. If you would like to enquire more about these roles, click the link below!https://t.co/Wp92LBuZXj#InvictaGrammar pic.twitter.com/X3MdPphABU

Wellbeing and Mental Health

Our wellbeing vision is:

To create an environment which actively promotes positive social and emotional wellbeing, mental health and wellness of students and staff.

Wellbeing Award for Schools

At Invicta Grammar School, we aim to ensure that we care for our students in the best possible way we can.  The essence of our school motto ‘Nurturing aspirations, Inspiring success’ cannot be achieved without considering the wellbeing and safety of our students, staff and stakeholders.  As part of our commitment to this, we were very pleased to secure the new Wellbeing Award for Schools in December 2019, which recognises a school’s efforts to promote and protect positive emotional wellbeing and mental health education and support.

We are proud of the pastoral support we provide our students and we know from our staff that Invicta Grammar School is a good place to work.  However, we are not a school to simply be satisfied with our achievements; every effort is made to develop further, which is why we pursued the award.  The award has helped us to self-review and develop the support services available to all our students and staff and we plan to do this moving forward.

The Wellbeing Award required us to action plan to consciously recognise what we currently do and to make use of additional opportunities to support and promote mental health and wellbeing.  We have secured the award and will use the experience to continue our developments in the future. 

What are we already doing at Invicta to look after our students?

Mental health and wellbeing is a key part of our school development plan in order to improve student and staff wellbeing.

Students at Invicta Grammar School are supported through a range of initiatives detailed below:

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Student Voice is actively encouraged and developed through every individual interaction across the school.  More formally, the Student Voice Representatives and Prefects in each year group meet every six weeks and the Student Voice Prefects meet with the Headteacher once per term to share feedback.

The Student Support Centre is available to students across Years 7 – 11 to access support and guidance when they require this.  Sixth Form students have access to the Sixth Form Office.

PSHEE lessons provide an opportunity for students to engage in dialogue about common mental health needs and develop appropriate decision making and other life skills to help them with self-management and to increase awareness of support services available. 

Coaching is available through relevant trained staff.  Alternatively, a range of Mentoring support services are available in the form of peer mentoring, subject mentoring or pastoral mentoring on a one-to-one basis.

Activ8 aims to promote the positive benefits of physical activity in relation to mental health.  We provide PE lessons across all key stages. Engagement in Clubs and Societies is encouraged to support wellbeing through interaction with others and learning new skills.

Safeguarding and Online Safety is paramount to ensure students’ and staff safety on a day to day basis.  Safeguarding is overseen by a team of Designated Safeguarding Officers plus students are supported through pastoral staff teams and counselling links.

Tutor Time and Assemblies are used to share important messages regarding wellbeing, extend learning and give time for discussion.  External services and events are also promoted through visiting speakers delivering assemblies.  

Wellbeing Initiatives are ongoing all year round using the Student Bulletin and Looking After Yourselves and Others Notice Board to promote new initiatives both in and outside of school. Student Wellbeing Ambassadors are in place through the Prefect structure to act as peer mentors. 

The school promotes a range of Counselling Links.  A school counsellor is resident within the school on a weekly basis and students are seen on referral.  The school has a strong link with Therapy Partners, a local counselling service, and students and families are supported on referral.  The school also utilises the services of CAMHS, Early Help and the School Nursing service where appropriate for students. 

The Learning Mentor supports students, upon referral via the Head of Year, to develop their learning skills and manage their academic studies in order to enable them to develop a positive school/life balance.  Students are guided in developing skills to enable them to self-manage their learning independently. 

The Reflection Room provides a comfortable and supportive space giving students time and space to reflect on their issues during the school day under the supervision of pastoral staff. 

Pastoral Staff Teams are available throughout the school day to support students wherever necessary.  Each year group has a senior member of staff overseeing the work of a Head of Year and team of Tutors.  Students can access support through Tutor Time or simply by approaching relevant staff in the Student Support Centre and Sixth Form Office as necessary.  

How parents/carers can help

Early intervention is key to us all being successful in supporting young people showing signs of poor emotional or mental wellbeing. 

Warning signs of an issue might include:

  • Increased isolation and being socially withdrawn
  • Changes in mood, eating or sleeping patterns
  • Physical signs of harm and talking about self-harm or suicide – look out for changes in how they dress
  • Secretive behaviour
  • Use of drugs and alcohol
  • A dip in academic progress or increased lateness or absence from school
  • Expressing feelings of failure and self-doubt

In times of need, we would encourage parents/carers to:

  • Spend time listening and try to be understanding of the child’s needs
  • Make sure the child knows they can talk to you anytime about anything
  • Encourage family time and positive social interaction with trusted family friends
  • Show the child affection and give them space to be peaceful
  • Seek advice from professionals and do not be afraid to ask for help

There are some excellent support materials and guidance available on line for parents/carers.  A few we would recommend are as follows:

 

 

Should you notice a change in the behaviour of your own child then please liaise with us at school so we can work together to support them as best we can.