Welcome old and new

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Welcome back second years and a warm new welcome to our first years.

The start of a new term can be both exciting and scary. When something makes us feel nervous it usually means its important to us. But sometimes it can be a little overwhelming. Wyke have trained staff to help support you through those tricky first days and beyond.As a Wyke student you can reach out to any staff and they will be happy to point you in the right direction, whether it is finding your way to class or wanting someone to talk to we are here to help.

When it comes your emotional wellbeing Wyke provide a range of support systems.

UNIVERSAL SUPPORT

Universal support is available to every single student in the college and includes:
  • Specialist staff
  • Health education programme
  • Sport and Wellbeing Enrichments
  • Access to healthy food
  • Togetherall subscription
  • Access to agencies

    • TARGETED SUPPORT

    Targeted support is directed at students with specific needs and includes:

  • 1 to 1s with specialist staff
  • Referrals into external agencies
  • Counselling support
  • Close monitoring
  • Bespoke support programmes
  • Support groups
  • Action planning

    • Please make sure you ask for help as soon as you need it, we want you to reach out to us. That's what we are here for.In the meantime enjoy your time at Wyke we will do our best to ensure it is a happy one.

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