Wellbeing
Student wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. We want every student to feel safe, included and ready to learn. Whether your child needs help with their mental, emotional, social or physical wellbeing, we are here to help them thrive at school and in daily life.
School Counsellor
Peakhurst West Public School has a dedicated school counsellor/psychologist, who provides specialised psychological support for student wellbeing, including assessment, counselling, and intervention services for learning and mental health issues.
Sophie works alongside the learning and support team with students, families, teachers and other professionals to foster safe, healthy learning environments and improve cognitive, emotional, and social development outcomes.
Student Wellbeing Officer
Our Student Wellbeing Officer is a 3Bridges team member who works in our school. S.WE.E.P. is a school-funded wellbeing initiative, established by 3Bridges and local schools to provide holistic wellbeing interventions in schools through partnerships with community services.
Bill is our S.W.E.E.P. worker and his focus is on supporting the students and children, not just their academic performance. Unlike teachers, his role isn’t bound to the classroom, he provides a safe, supportive, and confidential space for students to discuss issues ranging from problems to peer pressure and anxiety.
Learning and Support Teacher
Mrs Stubbis is our dedicated Learning and Support Teacher at Peakhurst West Public School. She works closely with students, teachers, and families to provide personalised support for students with additional learning needs. Mrs Stubbis delivers targeted programs and strategies to help students build their skills and confidence, ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their best. Her caring and collaborative approach creates a positive and inclusive learning environment for all.
Learning Support Team (LST)
Our Learning Support Team (LST) plays a vital role in helping all students connect, succeed and thrive at school. The team is made up of teachers, school leaders, the school counsellor, and other specialists who work together to identify and support students with additional learning or wellbeing needs.
The LST develops tailored strategies and support plans, working closely with families and classroom teachers to ensure every student receives the help they need. By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, the LST empowers all students to reach their full potential, both academically and socially.
Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL)
At Peakhurst West Public School, we follow the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework. Our students are expected to:
- Be Respectful
- Be Responsible
- Be Safe
These values guide student behaviour not only at school, but also in the wider community, helping students to make positive choices wherever they are. Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) is an evidence-based framework that brings together the whole-school community to contribute to developing a positive, safe and supportive learning culture.
Gotcha4Life
Peakhurst West Public School is proud to participate in Gotcha4Life’s Mentally Fit Primary Schools program, a partnership dedicated to embedding mental fitness across the entire school community. This program emphasises prevention by supporting students, staff, and families through simple daily habits, consistent language, and evidence-based tools.
By focusing on building mental fitness, students develop emotional awareness, positive relationships, and resilience to face challenges confidently. Through exploring three key protective factors, our students are gaining valuable skills and habits that promote lifelong wellbeing and mental health.
How we support student wellbeing
Supporting each student’s mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing is part of everyday school life.
We do this through:
- teachers who help students feel welcome and included
- access to the school counsellor and specialist staff
- programs that support health, social skills, attendance and positive behaviour
- help for students who are new or changing year levels
- clear expectations for behaviour and respectful relationships
- staff who get to know each child and work closely with families
- developing health care plans for students
- open communication about wellbeing and support.
Visit Our principal and staff to learn about our wellbeing and specialist support staff.
Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL)
At Peakhurst West Public School, we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment through the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework. Our students are encouraged to embody three core values in all aspects of their lives: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe. These values not only guide behaviour within the school but also help students make positive choices in the wider community.
PBL is an evidence-based approach that involves the entire school community working together to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where every student can thrive. To strengthen this commitment, we have a dedicated PBL leader who plays a key role in engaging students and staff by creating informative PBL videos and monitoring classroom expectations. Additionally, each year, two PBL leaders are nominated from each class to help ensure that expectations are consistently upheld. These student leaders contribute by creating videos to share with their peers, reinforcing key messages such as the student code of conduct. This proactive approach encourages student ownership of positive behaviours and supports consistent practice across all classrooms.
Through our PBL program, Peakhurst West Public School aims to nurture respectful, responsible, and safe learners who contribute positively to their community both now and into the future. Read more about Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework here.
Gotcha4Life
Gotcha4Life’s Mentally Fit Primary Schools program is a partnership helping schools embed mental fitness across the whole school community. With a focus on prevention, the program supports students, staff, and families through simple daily habits, consistent language, and evidence-based tools that make a lasting difference.
At Peakhurst West Public School, we believe that supporting our students goes beyond the classroom. Building strong mental fitness helps our children understand their emotions, build positive relationships, and face challenges with confidence. This program is part of our commitment to fostering wellbeing and resilience, giving students the skills and habits they need for lifelong mental health.
Our students have been enjoying learning ways to strengthen their mental fitness through the exploration of three key protective factors:
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Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Our principal and staff
Get to know our principal and staff, who work together to create a positive school culture.