The wellbeing of our students is a top priority for Keighley College, and we aim to create an environment that puts your wellbeing at the heart of your learning experience, enables academic success and promotes long-term good mental health and wellbeing.
Five Ways to Wellbeing
To help students to feel positive and get the most out of life at Keighley College, we promote the 5 ways to wellbeing.
1. Connect with people
Make the effort to talk to someone you don’t know, smile and say hello. Connecting with others helps protect your wellbeing.
2. Be active
Exercise can help reduce stress and improve your mood.
3. Take notice
Look at your surroundings and notice your mood. Increase your self-awareness and be mindful of the world around you. Be present. Recognise what is important to you and your life.
4. Keep learning
Boost your self-esteem and confidence by trying something new. Contact the Students’ Union to find out what activities you can get involved in at college.
5. Give
Helping others can boost your wellbeing. Say thank you, volunteer your time to help someone, be kind to others.
Healthy Minds
Healthy minds provide lots of information on services in Keighley and Bradford: https://www.healthyminds.services
My Wellbeing College
My Wellbeing College is an NHS service providing support to people who are experiencing problems such as low mood, sleep problems, anxiety or stress. Covers Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven. Self refer by phone or online, see website for details.
Mind in Bradford
Mind in Bradford offer a group programme focusing on improving health and mental wellbeing, and they also have a helpline. To speak to a Guide-Line worker, call 08001 884 884. The service is available from 12pm-12am, 7 days a week, 365 days a year (including bank holidays).
Roshni Ghar
This is a service based in Keighley supporting women who have experienced mental health problems. Provides activities and aims to promote confidence and independence. They work mainly with women from South Asian backgrounds. Referral via GP / social care / mental health worker.
Relate Pennine, Keighley and Craven
Counselling for young people aged 10-24.
For more information, please ring 01535 605 047, or send an email to keighleyoffice@relatepkc.org.uk
Market Place
Market Place has drop-ins and longer-term counselling: https://www.themarketplaceleeds.org.uk
Online counselling:
- Kooth (up to 18)
- The Mix (up to 25)
- Childline (up to 19)
- Shout crisis messenger (24/7) – Text 85258
- Samaritans (24/7) – Telephone 116 123
This guide provides information on supporting young people who self-harm or are feeling suicidal.
GamCare
GamCare is the leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling harms. They operate a National Gambling Helpline, provide treatment for anyone who is harmed by gambling, create awareness about safer gambling and treatment, and encourage an effective approach to safer gambling within the gambling industry. GamCare can provide support for students who you may feel will benefit from their service and deliver gambling awareness sessions for staff and students.
Baton of Hope
Creating Hope Together at Keighley College
Supporting Our Students Every Step of the Way
At Keighley College, we believe that no young person should ever feel alone in their struggles. With youth suicide rates on the rise, it’s more important than ever to create a compassionate, connected community where every student feels heard, valued, and supported.
This year, we’re proud to be taking part in the Baton of Hope – a powerful, UK-wide movement aiming to break the silence around suicide and shine a light on hope. The Baton’s journey is about raising awareness, encouraging open dialogue, and letting every young person know: you matter, and help is here.
On Tuesday 9 September, the Baton of Hope will be touring around the Bradford area and will stop off at Keighley College. If you would like to be involved, we encourage you to visit their website and get in touch.
At Keighley College, we stand with our students and our wider community in promoting mental wellbeing, kindness, and connection. Because together, we can carry the baton of hope – and help build a future where no one has to suffer in silence.
If you or someone you know is struggling or has been affected by suicide, please reach out to our wellbeing team, or speak to a member of staff. There is always someone ready to listen.