Are you sitting too much? Posted on 4 April 2022 by Guest Blogger – Kent Sport in Wellbeing “We sit too much, and research suggests that this is not very good for us. The poor health effects from too much sitting are separate from whether you are physically active or not. They are separate behaviours in the same way that smoking is different from diet. People who spend long periods of time sitting have been found to have higher rates of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and death from all causes. Read More...
Neurodiversity: Difference not Deficit Posted on 28 March 2022 by Guest Blogger Lauren McGuinness in General | Wellbeing The term ‘neurodiversity’ refers to the huge variation in cognitive functioning that occurs across all humans, including our ability to learn, pay attention, remember information, make decisions, and engage with others socially. As a result of neurodiversity, each person possesses their own unique set of skills, talents, needs, and difficulties. Read More...
Ideas and Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Meals Posted on 23 March 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in General | Resources | Wellbeing With the cost of living rising, one thing that does not need to be less affordable is eating well regularly. These meals and tips can be used for home, work or school depending on your needs and wants that week. 62 per cent of school-going adolescents drink a sugary soft drink once a day and 49 per cent eat junk food once a week in high income countries Read More...
Bringing Your Authentic Self To Work Posted on 16 March 2022 by Natasha Godden Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing Research suggests that ‘when we experience authenticity…we feel a greater sense of wellbeing.’ When you feel like you can be yourself at work, you feel more comfortable to share your perspective, values, and beliefs. This may result in new innovative ideas, more diverse and inclusive conversations, and ultimately higher productivity. Feeling empowered to be yourself is also a great way to form meaning relationships and deeper connections with your colleagues. Read More...
British Science Week: Encouraging Children to Get Involved in Research Posted on 14 March 2022 by Lauren McGuinness - Guest Blogger in General | Schools Developmental psychologists are interested in growth throughout the lifespan, including changes in how people think, feel, and behave at various stages in their life. As such, differences in biological, social, emotional, and cognitive processes are investigated from birth, through infancy, during childhood and adolescence, and into adulthood Read More...
The Importance and Power Of Strong Leadership to Create Sustained Change With Respect to Inclusion and Diversity Posted on 10 March 2022 by Guest Blogger Jill Berry in Career I was a head in the independent sector for 10 years – until 2010. Since then, I have worked with many schools and leaders at all levels, focussing on leadership development, so I am still very much involved in the world of education. I am keen to do all I can to support leaders so that THEY can support, and constructively challenge, those they lead to achieve their professional best. Read More...
No Smoking Day 2022 Posted on 8 March 2022 by Harry Nye - Kent-Teach in General | Wellbeing Smoking long ago in the 1930s-50s was advertised by Doctors, however in the years since, a heavy amount of research has since changed this stance on smoking. In modern days you won’t see a tobacco brand advertised anywhere from TV to Newspapers, whilst packages are behind closed doors at supermarkets. Read More...
Eating Disorders Awareness Week Posted on 2 March 2022 by Kent-Teach Louis Boreham in Wellbeing This week is eating disorders awareness week, which hopes to educate people about the realities of eating disorders. Beat is one of the eating disorder charities focusing on this year’s annual campaign. According to their website, this year they are “campaigning for all UK medical schools to introduce proper training on eating disorders.” Read More...
Free Kent Days out in Half-Term Posted on 14 February 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in General | Resources | Wellbeing Some of you may want to get outside in February, weather dependent or not. If you fancy a nice muddy walk-in wellies, why not go to Lyminge Forest, one of the largest areas of woodland in Kent. They also have great cycle routes all around the forest if you prefer that to walking. If you are interested in some more popular forests in Kent, check out this trip advisor list. Or of course you can just go on walks in areas local to you. Read More...
An Inside Guide To How An Apprenticeship Works Posted on 9 February 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in Career | Schools As apprenticeships are starting to become more popular it is important to understand what an apprenticeship entails, how the education side works and how the actual work side functions. As an apprentice myself, hopefully I will be able to shed some light on these questions concerned. Read More...