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I’ve been thinking about how busy children’s schedules are after school. Many kids go from class straight into clubs, sports, or lessons every single day.

Personally, I feel it’s so important for them to also have time to slow down, rest, and just enjoy the present moment. Being outside, playing freely, reading, or simply being with family. Not every afternoon needs to be “productive” to be valuable.

What do you think? Do kids today need structured clubs after school, or is there more benefit in giving them space to breathe and just be?

In wellbeing, the content is the process.

This really struck me. True wellbeing in schools isn’t about a “program” we add on. It is about taking time, listening deeply, and co-creating solutions with our staff and students.

When that happens, we build respect, connection, autonomy, and belonging, the real foundations of wellbeing.

I’ve seen some wonderful examples shared recently: reducing staff overload, restorative approaches to discipline, and wellbeing projects designed with students. Each was unique to its context, and each made a real difference.

• What does wellbeing look like in your school?

• What has worked for you, even in small ways, to support colleagues or students?

Ever had that moment where you think… “Why did I say that?” 

We’ve all had those face-palm reactions in the classroom or with colleagues. Emotional intelligence can help us catch ourselves to pause, reflect, and respond with intention instead of reacting on impulse.

Here’s a simple framework we love:

1️⃣ Notice your feelings

2️⃣ Pause (even 6 seconds can work wonders!)

3️⃣ Respond in a way you’ll feel proud of later

What’s one unexpected or meaningful moment from your summer that stayed with you?

It could be a conversation, a discovery, a quiet morning, or something that made you laugh out loud.

Let’s enjoy a little window into each other’s world.

Good morning,

I hope you’re finding space to breathe, reflect, and recharge.

What’s been your favorite moment so far this summer?

A place, a person, a feeling, a little ritual?

Feel free to share a photo, an anecdote, or just a few words.

Let’s take a moment to connect softly, simply, joyfully.

Hello,

I hope you’re enjoying your summer break, taking time to disconnect, breathe, and simply be.

How about sharing a little slice of your summer?

Whether you’re by the sea, swinging in a garden hammock, reading in a cozy café, or just soaking in the quiet…

We’d love to see what’s been recharging you these days.

Share a photo or a little story of what’s been filling your cup this summer. ☀️