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 […]
The Kindy COVID Cohort: Nurturing the Class of 2025
Supporting Our 2025 Students: Nurturing Success in Term 1 As schools continue on the journey of welcoming their 2025 cohort, it is important to acknowledge that this group of students is unique. These students, born during the pandemic, are now stepping into formal education, carrying experiences shaped by an unprecedented global event. As educators and school […]
Building Strong Foundations: Fostering Supportive Relationships with Students and Families from Day One
Have you ever been on a really bad first date? Maybe you were sitting across from someone, thinking, “Is this going anywhere?” Maybe the conversation didn’t flow, there was awkward silence, or you felt misunderstood. But then, perhaps you gave it another shot. You went on a second date, maybe a little nervous, but with […]
7 Simple Ways Educators Can Prioritise Their Wellbeing and Thrive This Year
The biggest lie we tell ourselves is that we have time. The days are long, but the years are short. As we step into a new year, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of tasks, responsibilities, and external pressures. But if we’re not intentional, we can let time slip through our fingers […]
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 […]
3 Things to do Today to Start Next Year Well
This blog is a little like the image above, if you are reading it then you are probably the kind of person who is already going to start next year well. So…congratulations your mindset is already focused and next year is going to be great! The end of the school year is a great time […]
7 Tips to Support Tired Students (and Educators) in Schools
As we head into Term 4, the weariness isn’t just showing in our students—it’s something we all feel. Yet, as educators, we understand the value of each day. Once it’s gone, we don’t get it back. There’s a saying, “The days are long, but the years are short,” which feels especially fitting as we look […]
Unpacking the Connection Between Attendance, Behaviour, Emotional Literacy, and Attachment Theory
Understanding the relationship between attendance, behaviour, emotional literacy, and attachment theory is essential for creating a thriving school environment. These elements are interconnected, shaping not only students’ social and emotional development but also their engagement in learning and overall school experience. This article explores how teaching emotional literacy, grounded in the principles of attachment theory, […]
Life Skills GO and Aligning to the NSW School Excellence Framework
When I was in every position in a school, my biggest enemy was time. I had three lists I carried with me, the things I had to do today, the things I needed to do by the end of the week and the things I wanted to do. Unfortunately, by the time I finished the […]