Mental Health
At Montague School, we recognise that mental health and wellbeing are vital to every student’s learning, growth, and overall success. Our goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive school community where mental health is valued, stigma is reduced, and all students feel safe to seek help when needed.
Promoting Awareness
We raise awareness about mental health challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and social-emotional difficulties. Through open discussion and education, our community builds empathy, understanding, and respect for all individuals.
Creating a Supportive Environment
Montague School is built on care, compassion, and acceptance. We prioritise safe spaces where students can share their feelings, ask for support, and know that help is always available.
Providing Resources and Support
Students at Montague School have access to confidential counselling and mental health support services through our school wellbeing team.
Promoting Resilience and Coping Skills
Through wellbeing programs, social-emotional learning, mindfulness, and resilience activities, we help students develop emotional awareness, positive coping strategies, and interpersonal skills that promote long-term wellbeing.
Encouraging Help-Seeking Behaviours
Asking for help is a sign of strength. We encourage all students to reach out when they need support—whether that’s to a trusted adult, teacher, friend, or member of the wellbeing team. No one should face mental health challenges alone.
Where to Get Help
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, there are services available 24 hours a day.
At School
Contact the school office or the Wellbeing Team to speak with Sarah O’Brien, Mental Health Practitioner.
Phone: 9690 3535
Community Services
Headspace: 1800 650 890 – Free, confidential support for young people aged 12–25
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 – 24/7 phone and online counselling for students up to age 25
Lifeline: 13 11 14 – Crisis support and suicide prevention service for anyone in distress
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 – Support and resources for anxiety, depression, and wellbeing concerns
In an Emergency
If someone is in immediate danger, call 000 or attend the nearest hospital emergency department.
Together for Wellbeing
By working together, we can create a culture of care, understanding, and resilience that uplifts every member of our school community. Mental health awareness is part of who we are at Montague School—because every student’s wellbeing matters.