5 Ways the Physical Education Curriculum Improves Wellbeing
Wellbeing in schools can be achieved in many ways. The mindfulness and wellbeing of students should always be at the centre of classroom teaching and within the hidden curriculum, but in terms of pedagogy, wellbeing can be incorporated in lesson plans and individual tasks. It is widely known that physical activity contributes positively to wellbeing, […]
Mindfulness in Action in Schools – Who Gets the Benefits?
Mindfulness is the state of being fully aware and focused, which helps alleviate stress, encourage proficiency and enhance wellbeing. Mindfulness can be incorporated as a philosophy behind many curricula in schools, which benefits students as well as teachers. By teaching mindfulness, students develop increased self-discipline, self-regulation and self-responsibility, which allows them to be more diligent […]
How Mindfulness in Children Sets Them Up for Future Success
Mindfulness has become a hot topic both in schools and the community in general. Recent research indicates that skills in awareness, focus and presence can enhance students’ wellbeing and academic success. But how does mindfulness training contribute so positively to wellbeing? Here’s 5 reasons mindfulness is so important to a child’s future: MINDFULNESS IMPROVES […]
Why Mindfulness and Wellbeing in the School Curriculum is a Sure-Fire Way to Ensure Student Success
Mindfulness is the state of being aware and present, improving focus and concentration, and thus enhancing wellbeing. The Australian Curriculum has responded to demands to promote wellbeing in schools for healthier, more mindful children and this is an excellent way to nurture students who will be resilient, focused, self-aware individuals. While teachers have always embedded […]
Social Emotional Learning in Children: Best Practice to Ensure Wellbeing
Children learn so much in their formative years, and parents and teachers have much to consider when influencing the growth of the young people in their care. Enhancing a child’s social and emotional learning (SEL), to ensure their wellbeing is prioritised, is a step in the right direction to promote resilience, independence and future success. […]
5 Tips For Choosing A Wellbeing Program That Works For You
There are many fantastic wellbeing programs in schools and in the broader community, that can help teachers and students to de-stress, become more self-aware and promote the creation of a positive environment. It’s important to choose a program that suits your school community, and allows you to get the best out of the experience. There […]
Investing in Professional Development: How Wellbeing in School Staff Breeds Healthier Kids
A healthy environment promotes healthy interpersonal interactions and a more productive workplace. This is equally true for schools. When a teacher is resilient, confident and mindful, it models good behaviour for children and creates a positive environment. This is not to say teachers are entirely responsible for a child’s outlook or behaviour. However, by showing […]
4 Stress Busting Tips for Teachers
With the start of Term 1 underway, some of you may already be feeling anxious about what’s upcoming for the year, and how this busy workload might impact your wellbeing and happiness. It can be easy to get caught up in the rat race – the overwhelm of the endless things to do at work […]
A Guide For Handling Conflict
We are trained to encourage our students to be compassionate and understanding and to handle conflicts with maturity and empathy without blaming one another. As teachers, we know we need to lead by example and ‘walk the talk’. But how do we handle these conflicts when your fellow teacher colleagues are the ones who seem […]
4 Crucial Steps To Mastering Self-Care
If you have ever felt bad for taking time out for yourself, stop right now. Despite some people believing that self-care is selfish or frivolous, we are here to tell you that it is one of the most selfless acts one can engage in. Ultimately, you are the best version of yourself when you are all […]