Wellbeing and Belonging

Supporting Wellbeing at Every Stage of Learning

We are pleased to share that our Wellbeing and Respectful Relationships page in Zenith has recently been refreshed and relaunched. Each Wednesday, new articles and topics are published, which many families may have already seen through parent announcements on Zenith. Our aim is to offer a thoughtful and accessible space where parents can engage with the work happening in our classrooms, while also finding guidance on the challenges that young people and families are navigating today.

This term, our focus has been on building strong foundations in the early years. As Head of Wellbeing, I have been working with all Year 2 and Year 3 classes through a 10-week program. Together we explored strong emotions, healthy relationships, managing conflict, child safety and the idea of developing a personal ‘wellbeing toolbox’. These sessions sit alongside the positive education program led by classroom teachers to help students feel known, supported and confident in seeking guidance. Time spent in these classrooms is always a highlight. There is something special about seeing students grow in confidence as they learn the language of wellbeing.

In Year 4, small group workshops continue with a focus on respect, behaviour and the impact students have on those around them. These sessions invite students to reflect on everyday moments - how they listen, how they respond, and how their actions shape the culture of their year level. With new students joining in Year 5, there is a quiet responsibility to set a tone of kindness and inclusion that will carry forward.

For other groups, the conversations are slightly different but equally important. We spend time exploring self-management, navigating strong reactions, and understanding how behaviour can influence others as students grow older and more aware of their role within the community.

Looking ahead, our work will extend into the Middle School including Year 9, with a focus on empathy, body image and student safety. In the Senior School learning continues through the Social Justice program, where students engage with complex topics such as consent, respectful relationships and inclusion. Guest speakers have added depth to these discussions, offering different perspectives and encouraging students to think carefully about the world around them.

Next term, Year 10 students will also take part in Mental Health First Aid workshops. These sessions are designed to give young people practical skills and confidence to support a peer who may be struggling.

Alongside this structured learning, our wellbeing team continues to support individual students across all year levels. Times such as mid-year exams can bring added pressure, particularly for students who care deeply about their learning. We hope families found our recent guidance on managing exam stress helpful to support conversations at home.

Anne Stringer

Head of Wellbeing