Investing in ‘Me’ Time as a Headteacher Posted on 17 May 2021 by Gillian Lovatt-Young, Headteacher, Shoreham Village School in Wellbeing In this blog, one Kent Headteacher discusses the positive impact that coaching and investing in 'Me' time has on wellbeing, professional development and personal development. Read More...
3 Reasons Your School Will Benefit from a Staff Survey Posted on 19 April 2021 by Natasha Godden, Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Encouraging your staff to share their thoughts via a staff survey has benefits for both the school and the individual. We explore the benefits of employee engagement within schools and how this can positively impact your workplace. Read More...
Health Inequality in the UK - Giving Everyone the Opportunity to Live a Healthy Life Posted on 1 April 2021 by Nikita - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing The impact of the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted many inequalities that exist in the UK. These imbalances show that there is a distinct link between social deprivation and the ability to live a healthy life. In this article we explore how to give everyone the opportunity to live a healthy lifestyle through achieving better financial wellbeing which promotes the World Health Organisation’s campaign to build a fairer and healthier world. Read More...
Supporting Pupils Returning to the Classroom Posted on 3 March 2021 by Amber Gravenell in Wellbeing Covid-19 has impacted all of our lives whether it be professional, personal or both. Children have experienced a great deal of upheaval over the last 12 months and have had to adjust to many changes. For some transitioning back into the classroom will be challenging. In this blog we explore different ways to help children re-adjust to school life. Read More...
3 Tips to Start Making Healthy Eating Choices Posted on 25 February 2021 by David Breaker (Certified Life and Weight Loss Coach) in Wellbeing Do you ever feel making those healthy choices is too hard? Trust me I get it! Ten years ago, I was a very different man. I was 20 stone heavier and struggled to make wise choices. Fast forward to today, and I am so grateful I changed my life around and learnt how to adopt healthier eating choices. Here are my 3 tips to help get you started on your wellness journey and discover a happier you. Read More...
8 Tips to Make the Most of Half Term Posted on 16 February 2021 by Kent Mindfulness Coach in Wellbeing For teachers there is a huge pressure to make the most of the half term week; to maximise the time off, to do what needs to get done. It’s a huge contributor to stress and anxiety. The one that, when asked, people say they would most like to support with. So, here are 8 ways you can resist the time pressure this half term and bring some balance back to your life. Read More...
Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Say "Yes" to Yourself Posted on 8 February 2021 by Rebecca Daniel, The Teacher Wellbeing Project in Wellbeing When was the last time you put yourself first before others? Or when you prioritised your own wellbeing and self-care. If you are reading this and struggling to recollect a recent moment where you did something (no matter how big or small) to improve your wellbeing, then today is the day where you can begin to make that change in your life. Read More...
Book Review - The Teacher Gap Posted on 1 February 2021 by Nikita Ponnappah - Wellbeing Advisor at Kent-Teach in Schools | Wellbeing I was fascinated to find out how real-life teachers actually felt about the profession and what the key triggers were for wanting to leave long-term. The recruitment process to replace a good quality teacher is expensive, time consuming and disruptive for the pupils therefore it’s really important to understand where school leaders may be going wrong. Read More...
5 Home Schooling Truths Every Parent Can Relate To Posted on 11 January 2021 by Natasha Godden, Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Lockdown is here and we are back to home schooling. Balancing the impossible juggling act of work, young children, caring for others and now teaching! We all have stories to share, some make us laugh, others make us cry! Here are 5 truths about home schooling that I am hoping you relate to and take some comfort in. Read More...
How to Switch Off and Enjoy Christmas: Five Tips for Teachers Posted on 17 December 2020 by Rebecca Daniel, The Teacher Wellbeing Project in Wellbeing Christmas is upon us which means it is time to switch off, relax, and enjoy yourself. But why do teachers find this so hard? Here are 5 ways educators can de-stress and enjoy the Christmas break. Read More...