A film highlighting work taking place in Barnet schools to help young people deal with emotional problems has been nominated for a Royal Television Society award.

Commissioned by Barnet Council and Primary Care Trust, the film covers the work of specially trained staff who go into schools to help pupils cope with problems ranging from bullying and self-esteem issues to bereavement or problems at home.

Primary Mental Health: Daryl's Story, broadcast on Teachers TV, focuses on the help given to a young man who is struggling at school because of a poor relationship with his mother.

The film is one of three shortlisted to win a prize under the Adult Training category at the Educational Television Awards ceremony tonight.

Councillor Fiona Bulmer, cabinet member for children's services, said: "This excellent and moving film shows the importance of commissioning quality services to meet emotional and mental health needs.

"This investment is supporting schools and parents in boosting self-esteem and the achievement of hundreds of primary age pupils in Barnet schools.

"It thoroughly deserves to be shortlisted for this award and I hope it goes on to win the prize."