Thriving Amidst the Current Chaos
How are you? Bush fires, flooding and now corona virus. What a year its been – and its only just April! Its perfectly okay if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed and stressed out right now! So really, How are you? And how are your kids? This is a question I’ve been asking parents, and teachers, […]
The Importance of Resilient Children In a Digital Age
Have you ever seen a child try to do something they’ve never done before and just give up because they fail and it just seems all too hard? Only to watch their friend do the same thing, also fail but then try again, sometimes several times, until they get it right. I think we can […]
7 Tips to Support Tired Students
We know that when students are tired, they struggle to concentrate and when students can’t concentrate, they find other ways of entertaining themselves, most likely through disruptive or silly behaviour. Sometimes students could just be having an off day, but if students are constantly feeling tired and do not address it, tiredness can turn into […]
Exploring the Connection Between Attendance, Behaviour, and Wellbeing
Introduction Imagine a Venn diagram where the circles of wellbeing, attendance, and behaviour intersect. This overlapping region is where the magic happens. Each of these components influences and is influenced by the others, creating an interconnected network that fosters success and growth. Let’s delve into how these elements interconnect and collaborate to create a thriving […]
What We Can Control: A Leadership Reflection as We Begin Term 1, 2026
One of those qualities is creating a sense of internal safety. A place where I can notice, with curiosity rather than criticism, how I am responding or reacting. A place where I do not rush to fix or override what I am feeling, but instead allow enough space to understand what is really happening for […]
From Data to Culture: How One Principal is Leading the Shift from Reaction to Prevention in School Wellbeing
If Not Now, When? 👉 Missed the webinar? [Watch the replay]👉 New to Life Skills GO? [Start your 14-day free trial today] In an era defined by complexity, the emotional lives of our students are no longer peripheral to the business of schooling — they are central to it. The accelerating mental health crisis, the residual effects […]
Emotion Regulation, Co-Regulation, and Emotional Literacy: Key Strategies for Supporting Whole-School Prevention Strategies
If Not Now, When? The integration of emotion regulation, co-regulation, and emotional literacy strategies into school-wide approaches is critical for proactively addressing student wellbeing. These core practices empower students with essential life skills, supporting them in navigating life’s challenges both inside and outside the classroom. Research clearly shows that these foundational skills play a crucial […]
Guildford West -8 Years down the track with Life Skills GO
How Guildford West Public School Transformed Whole School Wellbeing Over The Past Eight Years with Life Skills GO At Guildford West Public School, prioritising student wellbeing has always been a key focus. However, as with many schools, the challenge was how to consistently implement a structured approach that would provide real-time insights, integrate seamlessly with […]
Emotions: The Hidden Driver of Student Behaviour
It’s a common misconception that student behaviour is solely a matter of choice. While students certainly have agency, their actions are often influenced by complex emotional states. Understanding these emotions can be a powerful tool for educators to prevent negative behaviours and foster positive learning environments. The Emotional Underpinnings of Behaviour Emotions are the driving […]
Prioritising Teacher Wellbeing Alongside Student Wellbeing
Why Explicitly Teaching Teachers About Their Own Wellbeing Should Be Prioritised as Much as Student Wellbeing It has been truly refreshing to see article after article delving into the effects of the current education climate on teachers. At Life Skills Group, we’ve had the privilege of delivering wellbeing training to over 250,000 educators and executive […]