Support for Schools
Our Mission
At Mentor Link, our mission is to enhance your school’s pastoral support by offering a professional and dedicated mentoring service. We provide one-on-one listening and therapeutic support to students facing challenges, complementing your existing pastoral resources and recognising the busy nature of school environments. Our goal is to ensure students are in the optimal emotional state for learning.
Why Choose Mentor Link?
Our mentoring service is designed to work seamlessly with your school’s existing provisions, adding significant value to your pastoral care. We take pride in our high standards and the positive impact we have on student well-being. Our team includes notable experts such as Educational Psychologist Dr. Helen Chaplin, who contributes to our professional reputation.
How We Support Your School
Our mentoring service focuses on:
Enhancing student engagement, performance, and behaviour
Improving relationships and self-esteem
Reducing absenteeism and classroom disruptions
Decreasing the time staff spend on managing pupil issues
Adding a valuable resource to your pastoral support
Each student referral includes specific goals set by teaching staff, with progress monitored through regular feedback during the mentoring process.
Benefits for Your School
Mentor Link contributes positively to your OFSTED report, particularly in the areas of behaviour and attitudes. Our service supports your staff in fostering greater engagement in learning.
What Schools Say About Us
“We greatly value the service provided by Mentor Link. It is prompt, consistent, and allows our students to address their issues with confidence. With limited provision available, this service is crucial to our pastoral care.” – High School Teacher
“E’s happiness in school has increased significantly. The time he spends outside the classroom has reduced, and he now handles friendship and school dynamics much better.” – Senco
“A’s attendance has improved, she now seeks help more readily, and she has started to build friendships with a broader group of peers.” – Pastoral Lead
Our Impact
Last year, we mentored 320 children and young people. Here’s how they benefited:
- 88% reported improved mental health and emotional well-being
- 86% experienced reduced anxiety
- 90% saw improvements in self-esteem
- 86% engaged better with learning
- 78% improved their behaviour
- 81% reported better relationships
Mentor Link welcomes inquiries from schools interested in enhancing their pastoral support. Contact us today at 01299 822336 to discuss how we can assist your school.
We partner with primary and high schools, colleges, local authorities, school nurses, social workers, care agencies, Early Help, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, and community/voluntary organisations.
For further details please contact us.