sponsors The Priceless <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Supplement</strong> Happy to Learn We speak to schools about their approach to the all-important subject of wellbeing Fostering Wellbeing at Ashford School: Nurturing Children from Nursery to 18 An unfortunate confluence of rapid cultural, technological and social change has contributed to a widespread sense of unease and tension in teenagers. Younger children also seem to be showing increased amounts of low-level discontent. All-through settings, like Ashford School, have a particular insight into childhood wellbeing because we educate children from nursery to sixth form. Our reputation for academic excellence and for producing charming and articulate young adults depends on having pupils who are in the right frame of mind to learn. Understanding the causes of mental stress increasingly depends on our expertise, not just in education, but in wellbeing and mental resilience. In response to the growing demand for mental health support, many schools, including Ashford School, have invested in the people and spaces to provide comprehensive support and intervention strategies for pupils. Recognising the connection between academic success and emotional wellbeing, some schools have implemented programmes that prioritise mental health within the curriculum and also as part of their co-curricular activities. From the integration of mindfulness practices and emotional intelligence workshops, to the establishment of dedicated counselling services and peer support networks, schools have to start actively fostering a culture of empathy, resilience and self-care. By nurturing positive relationships and creating safe spaces for expression, educators and mental health professionals alike are empowering students to navigate the complexities of adolescence with confidence and resilience. The ultimate goal of wellbeing provision in schools is to cultivate a generation of happier, healthier, and more resilient individuals who are equipped to thrive academically and socially. By addressing the root causes of anxiety and fostering a supportive system of care, schools and families can help make positive outcomes that extend far beyond the classroom and boost academic results. ashfordschool.co.uk priceless-magazines.com Happy Children and Academic Success go Hand in Hand at Longacre School, Ben Moir, Interim Head explains Longacre School is testament to the fact that happy children achieve high levels of academic success. When Miss Ursula Fairfax-Cholmeley founded the school in 1946, she created the motto, ‘A happy heart goes all the way’. Over 75 years on this is still very much part of the school’s ethos and proof that happiness and academic success go ‘hand in hand’. Happy children achieve more in the classroom due to several interconnected factors that contribute to their overall wellbeing and academic success. Most importantly, happiness creates a positive mindset, which is conducive to learning and problemsolving. When children are happy, they are more likely to approach challenges with resilience and enthusiasm, rather than with apprehension or fear of failure. At Longacre we regularly use the acronym FAIL and ask the children to consider the concept of failure as their ‘First Attempt In Learning’. We encourage the children to learn from their mistakes by re-evaluating their previous approach to the question, or the ideas and evidence they express. Additionally, happy children often have stronger social and emotional skills – essential for success both <strong>inside</strong> and outside the classroom. They are more adept at building relationships, collaborating with their peers and communicating effectively with teachers, all of which are conducive to a supportive learning environment. With a masterful balancing of the curriculum, our confident and aspirational children at Longacre make an additional thirtynine months’ value added progress. A love of reading is crucial to life-long success and is very much embedded in daily school life. The relationship between happiness and academic achievement is fundamental to our educational philosophy and how we approach life at Longacre. By creating a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritises the wellbeing of children, we also help ensure that all children have the opportunity to thrive academically and personally. Longacre School is a Co-<strong>Education</strong>al School taking children between the ages of 2 and 11, based just five miles outside Guildford, in Shamley Green. The school prides itself on happy children, who are able to be the individuals they want to be. The children have woods to explore, time to enjoy the fresh air, and encouragement to get muddy. longacre.surrey.sch. 92
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