Wellbeing

The Zones of Regulation 

At Broadmeadows Primary School we use The Zones of Regulation, like many other schools.   The Zones of Regulation is a unique and systematic approach to help unpack some of the complexity of regulation and build the capacity to recognise when we are in different physiological and emotional states, as well as pair tools that support regulation of that state.  We call these states "The Zones", with each of the zones represented by a distinct colour - Blue, Green, Yellow and Red.   

We categorise all the different ways we feel - including our feelings, energy levels and states of alertness into the four coloured zones above.  Using the four zones we can establish an easy language with visual supports and structure that not only help build competencies to self-regulate but also co-regulate with others (The Zones of Regulation). 

If you would like further information about The Zones of Regulation please feel free to speak to your child's class teacher and / or reach out to a member of the Wellbeing Team.  

The Resilience Project at our school.  Lots of information and resources for parents / caregivers.   Make GEM chats part of your dinner routine to reflect and check in with your children (see example below - GEM Chat on Empathy) 

Parenting Resources

https://raisingchildren.net.au/

Raising Children network is a useful resource for parents and caregivers.  At raisingchildren.net.au, they provide free, reliable, up-to-date and independent information to help your family grow and thrive together.  They are funded by the Australian Government, reviewed by experts and non-commercial.  There are many articles, videos and interactive resources tailored to different ages and stages, taking you from nurturing a newborn to raising a confident, resilient teen – and helping you to look after yourself as a parent too.

Wellbeing Team

Social Worker - Mrs Linda Coughlan (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs)

Student Social Worker - Mrs Dipti Neupane (on placement) 

Student Counsellor - Mrs Fatima Ghazzaoui (Tues, Wed, Thurs)

Play Therapist - Ms Elly Levis (Wed)

Speech Pathologist - Mrs Jane Hill Waterson (Mon, Tues)

Speech Pathologist - Ms Maja Sormaz (Wed, Thurs) 

Disability Inclusion Officer - Mr Chris Brettargh (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri)