RNPS Wellbeing

Lunchtime Clubs:

Lunchtime clubs offer students valuable opportunities to explore interests, build friendships, and develop skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. They create a sense of belonging, boost confidence, and encourage positive social interactions—especially for students who may feel less connected in the playground. By providing structured, enjoyable activities, lunchtime clubs also help reduce boredom and playground conflicts, contributing to a calmer, more inclusive school culture. RNPS has a range of clubs students can participate in.

Monday - Gardening Club

Tuesday - Table top games Club

Wednesday - Lego Club

Thursday - Coding Club

Friday - JSC (Junior School Council Reps)

Quiet Club - every lunchtime

Quiet Club provides a calm and supportive space for students who find the busy nature of outside playtimes challenging. It offers structured opportunities for gentle social interaction, allowing children to engage at their own pace with the help of caring adults. Through guided conversations, shared activities, and positive role‑modelling, students can practise social skills, build confidence, and form friendships in a safe environment. Quiet Club helps reduce anxiety, supports emotional regulation, and fosters a sense of belonging for those who benefit from extra guidance during unstructured play. Please speak with your child’s teacher if you feel your child would benefit from this club.

Establishing Strong Classroom Routines

We are now three weeks into Term 1, and one of the key priorities for teachers at the start of a new school year is establishing clear routines that students can rely on.

Strong, well‑taught routines help create positive learning environments that feel predictable, safe, and calm. When expectations are clear, students can focus on their learning instead of wondering what to do next. Consistent routines also play an important role in reducing behaviour challenges and strengthening student–teacher relationships.

At RNPS, we know that investing time early in the year to teach routines pays off—especially during times when students may feel tired, overwhelmed, or when the pace of the term begins to increase.

Below are the steps our teachers use to teach and reinforce routines in their classrooms:

Explicitly teach routines just like any other learning content
Introduce the most important routines from day one
Use visual supports and cues to guide students
Reinforce routines with positive feedback
Keep routines simple and efficient
Plan for predictable challenges
Align classroom routines with whole‑school expectations
Regularly reflect on and refine routines as needed

Having strong routines set up in the home environment can also be beneficial to the wellbeing of families. Here are links to the Raising Children Network that can provide some strategies and support to help set up strong routines.