Wider Curriculum

Through the wider curriculum, students are taught how to:

  • Build self-esteem and a positive self-image.
  • Foster the ability to self-reflect and problem-solve.
  • Protect against self-criticism and social perfectionism.
  • Foster self-reliance and the ability to act and think independently.
  • Create opportunities for positive interaction with others.
  • Get involved in school life and related decision-making.

Positive Well-being Strategies

It is important that students develop healthy habits that improve wellbeing both in and out of school:

  • Express positive emotions and feelings
  • Spend time with the family
  • Develop positive relationships
  • See a friend in person
  • Go out instead of staying at home
  • Reduce screen time
  • Eat healthily
  • Do physical exercise
  • Take up mindfulness
  • Walk or cycle to school – be active
  • Spend time outdoors
  • Get involved in the local community
  • Do voluntary work
  • Listen to music
  • Go cycling
  • Go swimming
  • Go to the park
  • Go to a local place of interest
  • Get plenty of sleep
  • Read a book
  • Do puzzles
  • Offer to help someone
  • Be kind to yourself
  • Treat someone else
  • Spent time with a pet
  • Take up a hobby
  • Speak to someone you trust
  • Write your feelings down
  • Say some positive affirmations
  • Ask for help when you need it