Isca Academy Celebrates Mental Health Charter Mark Success
Isca Academy is proud to announce it has been awarded the Bronze Mental Health Charter Mark, recognising the school’s outstanding commitment to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of its students and staff.
The Mental Health Charter Mark recognises schools that prioritise the emotional wellbeing of children, acknowledging that good mental health is essential for building resilience and coping with life’s challenges.
To mark this achievement, the school held a celebration event on the 25th of April, with invited guests including members of the Ted Wragg Trust, Governors, and representatives from the NHS Mental Health Support Team.
The event included a short address from Headteacher Vicki Joyce, congratulating students and staff on their collective efforts in creating a culture where wellbeing is prioritised and support is always available. Attendees also met the school's student and staff wellbeing representatives, whose passion and leadership have been instrumental in securing the award.
Karen Moore, SENDCo and staff wellbeing lead, has played a central role in coordinating the school’s mental health initiatives, working closely with students, families, and external partners to ensure that support is accessible, visible, and embedded in daily life at Isca.
All schools in the Ted Wragg Trust, which Isca Academy is a part of, are undertaking the Mental Health Charter Mark and St Luke's Church of England School has also received the Bronze Award.
Mrs Vicki Joyce, Headteacher at Isca Academy said:
"We are incredibly proud to receive the Bronze Mental Health Charter Mark. This reflects the dedication of our whole school community to making mental health a priority—not just as a concept, but as daily practice. The celebration was a moment to say thank you to our staff, students, and partners who champion wellbeing every single day and especially to Karen Moore for all her hard work in this area."
Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said:
"At the Ted Wragg Trust, we believe that education should nurture the whole child, and that includes supporting our students with their mental health. Isca Academy’s Mental Health Charter Mark success is a testament to the power of collective commitment, compassionate leadership, and the belief that every young person deserves to feel safe, supported, and seen. I am incredibly proud of the team."
