Mental health is something that affects us all, regardless of age. Young teenagers are susceptible to mental health challenges due to their body's natural changes, often resulting in hormonal shifts that directly affect their growing brains. Regardless of their home or social life, any teen is susceptible to experiencing mental health challenges, and realising the risk is the first step […]

The World Health Organisation (WHO) have carried out numerous studies on wellbeing across sectors, demographics, and continents. They advocate for five evidence-based ways forward for wellbeing. Giving, Taking Notice, Keep Learning, Connecting and Being Active are the five ways to wellbeing. We have put together an infographic to support you and your child on your way forward in improving your […]

We are often asked by parents how they can support their child’s mental wellbeing. This infographic has 20 ideas that will support you on your journey as a parent or caregiver in supporting your child as they grow into tweens, teens, and young adults. All ideas are evidence-based and can be adapted by you to suit the age of your […]

Anxiety in children is rising year on year. And that was prior to the arrival of Covid-19 and a global pandemic which has magnified anxiety worldwide no less than for our youth. In additional to the current social restrictions in place there are many factors that can contribute to anxiety including experiencing long-term illness, having additional needs, living in poverty […]

Navigating your teenage years is pretty tough. It always has been, but it’s become even tougher with the appearance of technology and social media! It’s important, now more than ever before, that in order for us to raise positive and resilient teenagers, we make a concerted effort to create space and time for them to connect with and learn to […]

Organisation Support your child in creating the habit of getting organised for school the evening before. Remind your child to check their timetable for the following day, pack their school bag and lay out their uniform if necessary. Practical subjects may require additional equipment and materials to be brought into school and pay particular attention to this as can be […]

June is almost here, the end of school year. 8 years in primary, I was finally cool. Going into secondary I was nervous as hell, and what was ahead of me, nobody could tell. You will miss your teacher that taught you, But there will be many other teachers that are new. Your friends might not go to the school […]