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In today’s hyper-connected world, young people face a complex web of digital interactions and peer pressures, making critical media literacy and healthy relationship skills essential components of Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education. This session, “Navigating Digital Worlds & Peer Influences,” is designed to empower students with the tools to critically engage with media, manage online pressures, and build authentic, supportive peer relationships.

Why Are Our Thoughts So Powerful? Have you ever noticed how the way you talk to yourself can change your whole mood? That little voice in...

Core values are the guiding beliefs and principles that shape how we act, make decisions, and relate to others. Some of the most important values for young people include: Honesty: Being truthful and acting with integrity, even when it’s difficult. Courage: Facing challenges, taking risks, and standing up for what’s right—even when you feel afraid. Kindness: Showing care, empathy, and respect for others, and helping those in need. Determination: Sticking with your goals, work

Why Is Self-Worth Important? When you value yourself, you’re more likely to: Stand up for yourself and others Try new things, even if they’re hard Bounce back after making mistakes Build healthy friendships and relationships

Have you ever wondered why you feel emotions like fear, happiness, or sadness? The James-Lange Theory of Emotion gives us an interesting way to think about how emotions work in our bodies and minds.

Grounding techniques are simple exercises that help you bring your attention back to the present moment, especially when you’re feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed. These techniques use your senses—like touch, sight, sound, and smell—to help you feel calm and in control.

Mindfulness means paying attention to what is happening right now, on purpose, and without judging yourself. It’s about noticing your thoughts, feelings, and what’s going on around you, rather than getting lost in worries about the past or future. Mindfulness is a skill, like learning to ride a bike or play an instrument, and anyone can practice it.

This rubric is designed to assess student progress and achievement within the "Thrive KS4" Social Wellbeing Intervention Program, aligning with the Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education aims for Key Stage 4 in the British curriculum. It provides clear criteria and descriptors across four levels of attainment to help teachers evaluate students' development in key social wellbeing areas.

This process can be broken down into four key phases: Deconstruction: Understanding the structure and identifying the core components....

Learning is a continuous journey, beginning at birth and continuing throughout life, shaped by our interactions with the environment. It's the profound process of acquiring new understanding, knowledge, behaviours, skills, values, attitudes, and preferences.

Fromm believed that our character is a blend of our genetic makeup and our life experiences, influenced by home, school, and society. While these patterns are deeply ingrained, awareness of them can inspire positive change. He categorised these orientations into four "unproductive" types and one "productive" type.

Dr James Doty, a world-renowned neurosurgeon and founding director of Stanford’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education, is turning the spotlight on the brain's incredible capacity for change. In his new book, Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything (Avery, 2024), Dr Doty delves into the latest neuroscience research to explain how 'manifestation' isn't about magical thinking, but about literally rewiring our brains.

As teachers and educators, we dedicate ourselves to nurturing young minds, but how often do we consider the intricate biological and...

Ever felt like you're just passively soaking up information, only for it to vanish when you need it most? What if we told you there's a powerful way to make learning stick, boost your understanding, and even enjoy the process more? It's called active learning, and it's a game-changer for your academic journey.

We hear the word "resilience" all the time. It’s praised as the key to success, the secret to well-being, the invisible armour that...

Resilience is more than an inborn trait reserved for a lucky few; it’s a skill set that can be learned, practiced, and mastered. It’s the inner strength that allows us to navigate adversity with grace and emerge stronger.

Picture this: a student gets their math test back. They scored a C-. With a sigh, they crumple the paper slightly and mutter, "I'm just...

Every Behavior is Communication: Understanding and Supporting Autistic Individuals

In today's diverse classroom environments, one size does not fit all. Students come with unique backgrounds, learning styles, and...

In the world of education and productivity, SMART goals are the gold standard. We're taught to make objectives S pecific, M easurable, A...