Wellbeing 

Year 5 Wellbeing Day 

Wellbeing Afternoon

At Sacred Heart we believe in fostering a supportive and safe environment for all our students. In this spirit, our Year 5 teachers led a proactive and powerful wellbeing session aimed at promoting inclusivity, cyber safety, and social emotional wellbeing. 

The session aimed to empower our students to create a positive and inclusive community both online and in person. 

Teaching Help Seeking in Respectful Relationships 

Why we teach help seeking measurements in Respectful Relationships as part of our Wellbeing program What Kids Learn From Help-Seeking

When kids ask for help, they learn valuable lessons that can help them in the future. Here are just some of the things they can take away from it:

1. It makes them realise seeking help is a sign of strength.

Contrary to what most people believe, asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness. It requires strength to admit you don’t know something, and it takes courage to reach out.

Teaching kids this important lesson will go a long way in helping them feel comfortable with seeking assistance when they need it. And if we’re honest, it’s something we adults must also be reminded of from time to time.

2. It teaches them how to solve problems.

When kids learn how to ask for help, they also learn the art of problem-solving. They start by recognizing that they need assistance, then think about who can provide it and how. This process helps them develop their critical thinking skills and their ability to evaluate a situation and think of a solution.

3. It builds confidence.

Asking for help gives children a sense of self-assurance and control over their circumstances. Knowing there are people around who can offer support allows children to take ownership of their learning and build confidence in their ability to succeed.AIMSActivities will assist students to:

Evidence around teaching kids about help seeking 

Stress is a normal part of life, especially as children get older. Children who cope better with life’s stressors develop good mental health and wellbeing. Assisting students recognise their personal signs and symptoms of stress to develop strategies that will help them to deal with those effectively, will help them cope with challenges in the future. 

Simon Brown - Wellbeing Leader