Suicide and self harm
Thoughts of self-harm and suicide are common, particularly among young people. Suicide is the leading cause of death in young people, and schools play a vital role in helping to prevent young suicide. We aim to support pupils to be as suicide-safe as possible.
School resources
Having difficult conversations – resources and videos Samaritans
Training courses
Suicide and self-harm competence framework
Virtual course Self-harm and suicide
Evidence/ reading
Gov suicide prevention guidance
Self-harm and suicide in care leavers
NHS England suicide and self-harm framework