Mental Health and wellbeing is at the top of the agenda in terms of ethos, policy and implementation across the whole of Wales. A comprehensive new curriculum has been launched, with Health and Wellbeing as one of the ‘Core Areas of Learning’ and highlighted as a key priority for developing whole school approaches and a wellbeing culture...
The 9th day of the 9th month is International FASD Day, and September is International FASD Awareness Month. In this blog, we draw attention to what primary schools can do to support children with this condition, and how our Hamish & Milo Wellbeing Resources can help.
We’re very proud to have been nominated for the Education today School & Supplier Awards for Wellbeing Resource or Support of the Year – category criteria being that we’re helping schools address the mental health and wellbeing issues among pupils and/or staff.
Our top 12 tips for teachers to support healthy transitions as children return to school! Research shows that transition from parents and caregivers to the classroom can activate a child’s stress response system in their bodies. Read our suggestions and strategies infographic.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we are a Finalist in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Wales Awards in the category of 'Best Education Product or Service'. This award is to recognise and celebrate a product or service designed to provide mental health and wellbeing support to the education sector.
Having friends and a network of support is a vital factor in our emotional wellbeing and self-esteem. Being with friends and feeling secure in friendships, has a significant impact on children’s learning and engagement at school.
Giving children a voice and opportunities to feel heard and valued is essential in creating wellbeing cultures in our schools, as well as being vital for mental health, our relationships and social and emotional development.
Our author Clare Williams was delighted to speak with the SENsible SENCO last week on creating a culture of wellbeing and providing targeted intervention within schools.
1.7 million children, thats a huge 1 in 4 are consistently absent from school states a new report by the Children’s Commissioner.
As the end of the summer term looms and the end of the academic year, there is a huge focus on transition and change within schools as children are changing teacher, changing class or even changing school. When things around us change, there is anticipation and uncertainty. Managing change can be worrying, exciting and sometimes painful.
Proud to be working with the prestigious Department of Psychology, University of Bath in a research project to explore and exemplify impact on children’s wellbeing.
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