consent to participate
Parent/carer consent will be required for students to participate in Kids Helpline @ School sessions. This can take a few forms:
- Use the global consent form signed at the start of the school year for activities deemed low risk by your school administrators; or
- Seek specific consent for participation in Kids Helpline @ School sessions. We offer a parent consent form which provides an 'opt out' choice or you can create your own consent form.
You can indicate whether parental consent has been obtained at the point of booking, or you can tell the Kids Helpline @ School counsellor in the free pre-session consultation.
how to book
Select a topic
You can set your location and view available sessions.
Select a booking slot then sign in or create an account
This allows you to make updates later.
Fill in your contact details and details about your class
Such as grade and class size (max 50 students).
Customise your session
We’ll also ask some questions so we can tailor the session for your class.
before your session
A pre-session consultation is included in your Kids Helpline @ School booking. This is an important opportunity for our team to meet with you and:
- talk about how your students learn best
- discuss any prior student learnings
- inform us of any requirements to tailor or adjust the session
- risk/safety plan as required (public liability documentation available here), and
- test and check technology to ensure a smooth run.
Please note, these sessions are an essential requirement of the program to ensure you get the most out of your booking.
what happens on the day
Our counsellors personalise the session based on the needs of your class.
Here is an example of how a session may run.
Introduction (5 mins):
- Interactive ice-breaker
- Brief summary of Kids Helpline
Presentation (30 mins)
- Presentation of key content in your chosen topic/session, including coping strategies & support options
- Interactive learning activities (group work, video watching, games, role playing, etc.)
- Practical application of key strategies
- Movement/interactive breaks included as needed
Conclusion (5-10 mins)
- Summary of session
- Group reflection
- Questions & answers
after your session
Teachers can select a digital or hard copy student survey which will be sent following your session.
While these are not mandatory, they help us to learn more about how we can support schools and students and are gratefully received.
This session is made possible thanks to Bupa
