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Raise a 'Student of Concern' referral

If you are concerned about a student, but there is no immediate risk to their wellbeing or safety you can make a ‘Student of Concern’ referral.  Wherever possible, please discuss this with the student and agree a plan of action together.

Before you start

The Student of Concern form is for urgent (but not critical) support to be offered. If a student is well enough to access support on their own, we do not need a referral.

Complete a Student of Concern referral if a student:  

    • talks about suicide;
    • is showing or reporting a rapid decline in mental wellbeing;
    • is currently self-harming;
    • is at risk of harm from themselves or others; and/or
    • poses a potential risk to others (they mention thoughts of harming others or paranoid thoughts).

    Support advisers in Student Support and Wellbeing (SSW) will follow up on referrals within 24 hours during the week.  

    If you are unsure about whether to refer a student or not, you can contact SSW to talk about the situation.

    • Student Support and Wellbeing: +44 (0)20 7679 0100.

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