Tag: wellbeing

The Reading Agency encourages families to sign up to free Summer Reading Challenge to tackle holiday isolation

Starting July 4th, families will be able to sign up to The Reading Agency’s free 2026 Summer Reading Challenge – the UK’s biggest reading programme for children – delivered in partnership with Universal Music Group UK This year’s Read to the Beat theme blends stories, rhythm, performance and creativity, and includes free library events, celebrity readings and a nationwide creative competition with the…

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Greenhouse Sports to host inaugural Schools Conference exploring Positive Youth Development through sport

Greenhouse Sports will be hosting its inaugural Schools Conference on Thursday 2 July 2026 at The Greenhouse Centre in Marylebone, London. The event will bring together educators, researchers and practitioners from across the education sector, focused on the role of Positive Youth Development in supporting young people’s wellbeing, confidence and longer-term development.   Taking place…

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New study by Howden reveals 70% of students fear for their careers as graduate job market hits record low

Nearly three-quarters of UK students are worried about their career prospects, while almost half have considered alternative paths instead of university, according to new research from Howden, a global insurance intermediary. The study forms part of Howden’s Student Happiness Index. Howden, one of the UK’s largest insurance intermediaries, surveyed 3,455 students across the UK to…

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Case study: How the Howden Pupil Wellbeing Prize is changing lives at The Prince of Wales School

When The Prince of Wales School in Dorchester was named a winner of Howden’s Pupil Wellbeing Prize 2025, it wasn’t just a moment of celebration, it was an opportunity to make an immediate, lasting difference. The school received £6,000, recognising its deep‑rooted commitment to inclusion, emotional wellbeing and placing pupils first. The funding has already…

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How football is helping schools open up conversations about children’s mental health with a new teaching resource

Talking about mental health in primary classrooms can feel daunting. Teachers know these conversations matter – but finding age‑appropriate, practical ways to start them isn’t always straightforward. As Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May) approaches, Premier League recommends turning to an unexpected ally: football. Through Premier League Primary Stars, teachers can use a suite of…

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Celebrate Inclusion with Free ‘Active Allies’ Wristbands from Premier League Primary Stars

With pupil wellbeing and belonging under real pressure in UK schools, simple tools that help build positive relationships are more valuable than ever. Recent DfE data highlights ongoing concerns around pupils’ sense of safety, enjoyment and belonging at school, and also reveal that many children continue to face online harm and bullying, reinforcing the need…

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Clear Sky Children’s Charity launch their Adult Child Attachment Play (ACAP) programme for school staff

ACAP is an innovative early help model that focuses on strengthening the adult/carer – child relationship. The ACAP practitioner primarily works with the child in a one-to-one setting. The intervention is aimed at children 3+ to late teens. It can be offered to both neurotypical and neurodiverse children and adapted according to the child’s need….

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Kick off the New Term

Premier League Primary Stars is helping teachers kick off the new term with a suite of free resources designed to make spring term organised, inclusive, and inspiring. The Premier League Primary Stars programme reaches 88% of primary schools in England and Wales, using the power of football to engage pupils in learning and active play….

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Academy21 Launches New Podcast Series Exploring the Realities of Teaching, Learning and Leading in Education Today

Academy21, a leading provider of high-quality online alternative provision, has launched a new podcast series that delves into what it truly means to learn, teach, and lead in today’s complex education landscape. The Academy21 Podcast brings together voices from across the sector — from school leaders and teachers to parents and innovators  to discuss the…

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LEGO improves maths and spatial ability in the classroom

A simple classroom activity involving a classic childhood staple, LEGO, could improve children’s maths and spatial ability, leading researchers to demand for policymakers to shake up the school curricula and teachers’ professional development.  A new study, led by the University of Surrey, tested incorporating LEGO building into the daily teaching curriculum, leading to tangible improvements…

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Physical activity is critical for children’s happiness, study finds

PE, school sports and physical activity (PESSPA) are critical tools in fostering healthier, happier and more resilient children and young people, concluded a recent study from University of Manchester experts in collaboration with the Youth Sport Trust who have included it in their new annual report. In an article summarising their findings published by Policy@Manchester, Dr Sarah MacQuarrie and…

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CPOMS and Komodo Wellbeing unite to deliver a unified view of student welfare and safeguarding

New integration offers schools a more connected approach to student voice, wellbeing, and safeguarding data    JUNE 2025, UK — CPOMS, the leading provider of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral software, and Komodo Wellbeing, a trusted platform designed to capture student voice and provide schools with real-time wellbeing insight, have partnered to create a clearer, more…

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Brand-New Corporate Partnership Boosts Children’s Reading as National Literacy Charity partners with Project Group

National children’s reading charity Schoolreaders has partnered with a leading furnishing, fit-out and service provider to enhance employee wellbeing and support reading ability in primary schools. Project Group, sought to expand its ESG programme by offering meaningful, holistic support for its staff working in fast-paced environments. After research and a word-of-mouth recommendation, Project Group partnered…

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Quester Therapies Offers Holistic Support for Children’s Mental Health During Mental Health Awareness Week

  As Mental Health Awareness Week (13–19 May 2025) approaches, Quester Therapies is highlighting its comprehensive, child-centred approach to supporting young people’s mental health. With 95% of UK school staff reporting increased pupil anxiety, 86% noting a rise in low self-esteem, and three in four UK parents concerned about their child’s emotional and mental wellbeing…

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Clear Sky launch new Emotionally Healthy Schools platform…

Clear Sky have launched a new Emotionally Healthy Schools platform. Developed by highly qualified therapeutic professionals and packed with practical tools for supporting whole school emotional health and wellbeing. The development of this platform was supported by Oxfordshire Community’s Step Change Fund, who have generously supported this initiative since the beginning of the 2025. Complete…

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Could do better – New Data From The Child Wellbeing Report Shows That Three Children In Every Classroom Show Signs of Emotional Distress

As we move through the five-year mark since the first COVID-19 lockdown, alarming new data from Lumii.me reveals that schools are facing an escalating crisis in student mental health. The data, collected from 57,918 student interactions on the Lumii.me wellbeing platform during Term 2 (2024/25), shows that nearly three children in the average UK classroom…

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CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH WEEK: DIGITAL RESOURCES FROM DISCOVERY EDUCATION EMPOWER SCHOOLS TO SUPPORT WELLBEING

Global edtech leader Discovery Education is proud to support Children’s Mental Health Week (3rd to 9th February 2025) by providing UK schools with a collection of engaging, ready-to-use digital resources to support pupils’ mental health and wellbeing.   Available via the award-winning digital learning service Espresso by Discovery Education and the digital PSHE programme Discovery…

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Four Steps to Better Wellbeing in Schools – Words by Rachel Jones – Headteacher and Safeguarding Lead at Kingsley St John’s School in Cheshire

Rachel Jones As a headteacher, it is concerning to witness the rise in mental health issues among students post-pandemic. Early intervention is crucial, especially given the alarming statistics showing that over 500,000 children are waiting for mental health support. We wanted to explore how we could assist our pupils in facing these challenges. After the…

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Are independent schools facing a mental health crisis? New research finds half have seen rise in pupil stress and anxiety

  11 is the average age pupil mental health issues are being identified Almost nine in 10 independent schools have increased mental health support for pupils  Peer pressure to fit in, unrealistic body images, and dysfunctional home lives are the top contributing factors to poor pupil mental health   New research1 from specialist education insurer…

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