Support for learning
I’m finding it hard to concentrate at school
5 top tips if you find it hard to focus at school.
Mental health
It’s not always easy to speak up about your problems
If you’re having a hard time at school, it’s not always easy to talk about it. But talking to someone you trust at school can be the first step to getting help.
Get tips on dealing with all sorts of issues that can make school difficult.
LGBT
Supporting LGBT young people at school
If you’re questioning your sexuality or whether to come out at school, find out about ways that schools can support LGBT pupils.
Remember that you have the right to an education free from discrimination and bullying. You should not have to defend or hide who you truly are.
Having your say
Pupil voice: my advice for dealing with school problems
Eating
Does worrying about how you look hold you back at school? Let’s get real…
If you find it hard to feel confident at school because of how you look, you’re not alone. Find out how the Be Real campaign is out to change our ideas about the ‘perfect body’.
Having your say
Pupil voice: my advice if you’re feeling down about school
LGBT
Pupil voice: LGBT+ young person – “I am recovering from depression and anxiety… mainly because of bullying at school.”
Getting bullied at school because of your sexual orientation can take its toll on your mental health. Find out how LGBT young people are campaigning for change.
Support for learning
Pupil from the Royal Blind School shares his top tip
Mental health
Seems like everybody’s talking about mental health
How can Scotland get better at supporting young people to feel mentally healthy?
Young carers
Young carers’ views – feeling ok?
“Coping with being a young carer is difficult, yes, but I feel proud that I’m making sure my family are okay”. Young carers share their views with the Children and Young People’s Commissioner for Scotland.
