School Chaplain

THE CHAPLAIN'S ROLE
Our Chaplain Jody, supports the social and emotional well-being of the students, staff and families in the Beldon Primary School and Beldon Education Support Centre Community.

 

 

WHAT THE CHAPLAIN DOES:
• Provides one-on-one support for students and families.
• Spends time in the playground and classrooms building positive relationships with students.
• Upholds the schools’ values of accept, adapt, aspire, and achieve and does not proselytise.

 

ACCESSING SUPPORT
Accessing the Chaplain can be initiated be a teacher, student, or parent.

Should a teacher identify that a child could benefit from additional support or encouragement, they would ask the child if they would like to speak to the Chaplain and them arrange a convenient time.

A student may request a one-on-one chat with the Chaplain. If this needs to happen during class time the teacher will be consulted. Parents can also contact the Chaplain directly via email: jody.hutchinson23@guest.education.wa.edu.au

Alternatively, leave your name and number at the front office and Jody will contact you.

Should you not wish your child to interact with, or receive support from the Chaplain, please contact the school office via email at Beldon.ps@education.wa.edu.au or phone 6207 3240.

 

PROGRAMS
Buzz Program: This program is run as required. The focus of the Buzz Program is to develop social skills to enable children to instigate, build and maintain successful friendships: the ability to cooperate with others in the classroom and playground. It provides the student with the skills to understand, communicate and manage feelings.

Mindfulness: This program helps children develop self-awareness and build vital self-regulation skills. it gives them a way to manage stress and anxiety and helps them develop empathy, gratitude, and self-compassion.

Our Chaplain also plays a role in mental wellness days such as 'Harmony Day' and 'R U OK Day' which increase awareness of important and prevalent issues in our community.

All programs and initiatives are in consultation with the school Principal.


The Western Australian Government provides funding for chaplaincy services in government schools to assist in the support of the emotional wellbeing of students.
The Department of Education has an agreement with the Youthcare Chaplaincy Program.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Beldon Primary School on 6207 3240.

 


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