Strengthening Wellbeing Practices in Schools: A Formative Approach
Strengthening Wellbeing Practices in Schools: A Formative Approach I often find myself helping schools develop plans or evaluate the impact of initiatives they are running. One of the first and most important questions I ask is: “What are you trying to achieve with this plan or project? What does success look like?” When it comes to […]
Deep Dive with Shortland Public School
We’re excited to share with you a Deep Dive into Shortland Public School with AP Daniel Payne, which has been using wellbeing data to evidence improvement in their programs and provide differentiated support to all students. Tell us about Shortland Public School and your wellbeing initiatives? We are a diverse school community, including seven inclusive education […]
Healthy Wellbeing is Formative Wellbeing: What Does Success Look Like?
Strengthening Wellbeing Practices in Schools: A Formative Approach I am often asked to support schools in developing their school plans or evaluating the impact of projects and initiatives they are running. One of the first and most important questions I ask is: “What are you trying to achieve with this plan or project? What does […]
Key Findings for Parents from 4 Million Check-ins
Key findings for parents from 4 million check-ins In 2024 Life Skills GO empowered Australian students to complete more than 4 million check-ins. The data offers a comprehensive look at how students are feeling and what factors are influencing their emotions. The infographic above outlines some of the key findings: Key findings: So what, now […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]