Online Mental Health Resources for Families Posted on 20 May 2016 by Dr Pooky Knightsmith - Mental Health Specialist in Resources | Wellbeing **This is a press release from MindEd who have launched an online training portal for families to help promote understanding of and positive response to mental health and wellbeing issues in children and young people. I am sharing this because I think it will be of interest to many in my network. I was a MindEd author on the original project and a keen supporter of this incredible mine of information and support** Read More...
Foster Care Fortnight (16th - 29th May) Posted on 17 May 2016 by Kent Fostering Team in General For children to have the best start in life, their upbringing is important. Having a place they consider home, a place that is safe and where they feel loved allows them to flourish and develop into adulthood where they can go on to achieve their aspirations and cope with the daily pressures of life. Michelle and Teresa talk about their experience as foster carers, below. Read More...
Mental Health Awareness Week – Resources Posted on 16 May 2016 by Rebecca - Kent-Teach in Resources | Wellbeing “Depression isn’t always obvious... Everybody is fighting their own battles”. Mental Health Awareness week (16th-22nd May) this year focusses on relationships and aims to increase recognition on the importance of strong and healthy relationships with family, friends and/or partners. Can you spend more time being present with and listening to friends, family, partners and colleagues? Read More...
8 Easy Skin Tips that Make a Real Difference Every Day Posted on 14 May 2016 by Nimisha Mistry - LIfestyle Blogger in Wellbeing When you’re leading a busy lifestyle, it can be difficult to stop and think about your own wellbeing, how you feel and sometimes even your appearance. Taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be a challenge or extra work; it can be incorporated into your daily routine or simply added to your normal habits. Here are 8 small and easy skin tips that can make a big difference! Read More...
My Experience as a Vegetarian Posted on 12 May 2016 by Wing Shek - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing National Vegetarian Week is 16 - 24 May! Whether it's for health reasons, to save money or because you care about animal welfare, try being a veggie for a week! Read More...
Festival of Learning 2017 Posted on 4 May 2016 by Kent-Teach in General | Wellbeing Did you know one of the six ways to contribute to your wellbeing is to continue learning new skills and knowledge? Festival of Learning, previously Adult Learning Week, starts 1 May to 30 June and dedicates two months to raise awareness of new learning opportunities and encourages adults to explore wonderful FREE sessions. Read More...
A Marathon of a Challenge! Posted on 26 April 2016 by Alison Rivers - Senior Assistant Headteacher in General | Wellbeing Having been in charge of fundraising at Invicta Grammar School over a number of years and encouraging my colleagues to do something silly for charity, I decided this year it was my turn. Running has always been an interest for me and a great stress reliever after a busy week at school so I somewhat naively signed myself up to take on the London Marathon 2016... Read More...
Spicy Roast Chicken Posted on 22 April 2016 by Admin in Wellbeing Make your roast healthy by pairing nutritionist Madeleine Shaw’s delicious spicy chicken recipe with tasty spring salads. Read More...
Resources for Teaching the Works of William Shakespeare Posted on 19 April 2016 by Becky - Kent-Teach in Resources Shakespeare Week is a fantastic celebration of the renowned literary pioneer William Shakespeare. Moreover Shakespeare Day, celebrated on the 23rd of April each year, is another perfect opportunity to place Shakespeare at the centre of your teaching. There are plenty of resources out there for teachers and parents to plan some fun and informative lessons; here is a list of our top resources to make lesson planning easy. Read More...
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month - April Posted on 15 April 2016 by Wing Shek - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Find out what you can do to help reduce your risk. Read More...