Are you worried about something?
Meeting new friends, learning to swim, competing in sports, family problems at home - all these and many more are things that we all worry about. It is completely natural to feel a mix of emotions about things, and worry can be helpful as long as it doesn't last too long, become too intense or happen too often.
Talking about your problems is always the best way to start making them better. Often, talking to your parents, carers or another adult about the things that are bothering you can help you to see things differently and will make you feel that you do not have to deal with it on your own.
We're here to help!
At school, you can speak with your class teacher, or any other adult, who will always be able to make time to listen to you.
If you are not sure what to say, try writing it down and giving the message to an adult you trust to read and come to speak to you about it after. Alternatively, you can place your note in the 'Chance to Chat' box in your classroom and an adult will read it and speak to you. Remember to write your name on the note.
School Counsellor
We have a school counsellor in school twice a week. You can make a self-referral or visit at lunchtime to talk about any concerns.
Chance to Chat
Sometimes we all have thoughts, feelings, or questions we don’t know what to do with right away—and that’s okay! A Chance to Chat Box gives you a safe space to store your worries, ideas, or feelings until you're ready to talk them through.
Instead of carrying your thoughts around in your head all day, you can put them in the box and come back to them later when you're calm and supported.
How to Make Your Own Chance to Chat Box
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Find a box—it could be a small cardboard box, jar, or container.
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Decorate it with colours, drawings, or stickers that make you smile.
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Label it: “Chance to Chat”
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Whenever you have something on your mind, write it down on a piece of paper—just one thought or feeling per strip.
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Fold the paper and pop it into the box.
Now your thoughts are safely stored—and you don’t have to keep thinking about them all day.
Set a Chance to Chat Time
Pick a regular time each day — maybe after school, after dinner, or before your bedtime routine — to sit with your parent, carer, or trusted adult. For example: "Chance to Chat Time – 4:15 to 4:30 PM". During this time, open your box together, pick one or two notes, and talk them through calmly. You don’t have to fix everything in one go — just sharing how you feel can make a big difference.
What if new worries pop up?
That’s completely normal! Just write them down and save them for your next Chance to Chat Time. This helps stop worries from getting too big or overwhelming.
Remember: A Chance to Chat isn’t just for worries—it’s also for thoughts, questions, or even ideas you’re excited to share. It’s your space to say, “This matters to me.”
Let us know at school if you'd like help creating your box—we're always here to listen.
Childline
Tellmi
Tellmi is a safe, anonymous app where you can talk about absolutely anything. From anxiety to autism, dating to depression or self-esteem, sharing your experiences with our awesome community helps you to feel better. The moderators check everything to keep you safe and their in-house counsellors are always on hand if you need extra support.
