The FCJ College Wellbeing Team works closely with staff, parents and students to ensure all students develop a sense of belonging and pride within our school community in which they feel valued and respected.

If you have any concerns about your child please contact your child's Pastoral Leader or Learning Leader by phone or email at FCJ College.

Positive Education

Positive Education, based on positive psychology, is a whole school commitment to wellbeing. The aim is to develop a sense of community with the intent to encourage staff and students to learn, grow and thrive. Positive Education is taught overtly and is also embedded into the extra-curricular activities of the school. 

You matter…

It’s important to remember that if you feel like you’re not coping, it doesn’t mean you’re at fault, and that there is lots of help available for you during these times – some in Benalla and some online or via the phone.

Services for Benalla:

Benalla Health (Hospital) – 45 Coster St – 5761 4222

Nurse on call – 1300 606 024

NECAMHS – 5723 8900     AH: 1300 881 104

North East Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (NESAY) –

5a 66-68 Nunn St – 5762 2880

Benalla Health – Counselling – 45 Coster St – 5761 4500 (Phone to make a free appointment)

MIND Australia – 5723 1000 (Personalised support)

CAV (Centre Against Violence) – 5722 2203

Gateway Health – 5723 2000 (Drugs & Alcohol)

Diversity Project – Shepparton 5831 6157 (Same sex attracted, sex & gender diverse youth)

Benalla Rural City Council – 5760 2600 (Youth Development Coordinator)

School Counsellors and doctors can also help

Online & phone help:

reachout.com

Practical tools and support to help young people get through everyday issues and tough times

beyondblue.org.au – 1300 224 636

Advice and support for mental health issues

headspace.org.au – 5823 8800

Mental health services (12-25yo) Shepparton

yodaa.org.au – 1800 458 685

Youth Drug & Alcohol Advice

ruok.org.au

Tips & forums to help 14-25 year-olds manage tough times

kidshelpline.com.au – 1800 551 800

Talk about anything (5-25yo)

lifeline.org.au – 13 11 14

Support and advice in a personal crisis

Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467

Support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal

Emergency - 000