St Faith's School in Winchester becomes Simon Says champion

St Faith’s School in St Cross, has been recognised as a Champion School by Simon Says, the Hampshire-based charity dedicated to supporting children and young people who are coping with bereavement.

The accreditation follows a year of dedicated work by staff, who completed specialist training, strengthened school policy and developed a bereavement support kit.

The accreditation follows a year of dedicated work by staff. (Image: St Faith’s School)

Benjamin Bond, headteacher at St Faith’s, said: "Becoming a Simon Says Champion School has strengthened both our confidence and our compassion as a staff team.

"The training and guidance have helped us develop a clear, thoughtful approach to supporting bereaved pupils and their families.

"Most importantly, it has ensured that children facing loss feel understood, safe and supported within our school community.

"We are incredibly proud to stand alongside Simon Says in championing the wellbeing of every child."

The school also organised a butterfly-themed fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for Simon Says.

The Simon Says Champion Programme supports schools in developing best practice for responding to bereavement, equipping staff with the confidence, knowledge and resources to support children experiencing loss.

St Faith’s aims to work closely with parents and carers to ensure the whole family feels supported during difficult times.