The Resilience Project

The Resilience Project: Spreading Kindness at School

This week at school, our students have been exploring one of the most powerful tools for wellbeing: kindness.

As part of our ongoing work with The Resilience Project, we’ve been learning to notice acts of kindness—both the ones we do for others and the ones we receive. Whether it’s a smile, a helping hand, or a kind word, students have been encouraged to look out for these moments and reflect on how they make us feel.

Why Kindness Matters

Kindness is more than just being nice. Research shows that acts of kindness can:

• Boost our mood and reduce stress
• Help us feel more connected to others
• Increase empathy and resilience

When we are kind to others, our brains release feel-good chemicals like oxytocin and serotonin—helping us feel calmer, happier, and more supported.

What We’ve Been Noticing

In classrooms, the playground, and even in the corridors, students have been sharing:

• Moments when someone helped them without being asked
• Times when they included someone who felt left out
• How good it felt to do something kind for another person

Keep It Going at Home

Ask your child:

• “Did you see or do something kind today?”
• “How did it make you feel?”
• “Is there someone you’d like to do something kind for tomorrow?”

By noticing and celebrating everyday kindness, we’re helping our students build emotional strength, social awareness, and a strong sense of community.

Let’s keep the kindness flowing—because even the smallest act can make a big difference. 💫