Building practical wellbeing skills for life and learning

 

Schools play an important role in helping young people develop the skills, awareness and confidence they need to navigate both learning and life.

 

Mind Body Grow provides practical, age-appropriate wellbeing education for students and staff, drawing on breath, movement, mindfulness, self-awareness and nervous system education.

 

With more than 20 years' experience in education, I understand that every school community is different. Programs and workshops can be adapted to suit your students, staff, year level and wellbeing priorities with a focus on practical strategies that can be understood, practised and used beyond the session. 

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What students and staff can develop

 

Greater self-awareness
Understanding the connection between thoughts, emotions, body and breath.

 

Practical regulation strategies
Simple tools students and staff can use when they feel stressed, overwhelmed or need to refocus.

 

Greater awareness of breathing and movement
Learning how these can influence physical and emotional wellbeing.

 

Confidence using wellbeing strategies
Moving beyond simply learning about wellbeing to developing skills that can be used in everyday life.

 

A practical wellbeing toolkit
Strategies that can be applied in and beyond the classroom.

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Move Breathe Grow

A practical wellbeing toolkit for primary classrooms

 

Move Breathe Grow is a school-based resource providing evidence-informed breath, movement and focus strategies. It supports students and teachers by fostering emotional regulation, focus, and resilience. Integrated into classroom routines, the toolkit helps manage big emotions, stress and improve learning readiness, aligning with Health, Science, and Personal and Social Capability curriculums to create calm, productive learning environments.

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Best suited to: Primary schools | Students and teachers

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Yoga Self-Practice

Building self-awareness and wellbeing through movement, breath and mindfulness

 

Yoga Self-Practice gives students the opportunity to explore how movement, breathing, mindfulness and body awareness can support their physical and emotional wellbeing. Rather than simply following a teacher, students learn practices they can understand and use independently, developing a personal wellbeing toolkit they can draw on at school and beyond.

 

Best suited to: Students | Adaptable for different age groups

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Teen Mental Health First Aid 

Building confidence and skills to support young people's mental health

 

Teen Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based education program by Mental Health First Aid Australia that teaches young people how to recognise when a friend may be experiencing a mental health problem, respond appropriately and connect them with trusted adults and professional support.

 

As a licensed Teen Mental Health First Aid instructor, I deliver the program in a supportive, age-appropriate way that encourages practical knowledge, confidence and help-seeking.

 

Best suited to: Secondary schools | All Students

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Workshops & Bespoke Wellbeing Sessions

Not every school has the same needs.

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Alongside my core offerings, I offer focused wellbeing workshops that can be tailored for your students, staff and school mental health and wellbeing priorities.

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Sessions can explore areas such as:

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Breath & Focus
Practical breathing and attention strategies that explore how breath can influence focus, regulation and readiness to learn.

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Breathing for Stress & Exam Periods

Practical tools students can use before and during periods of increased pressure.

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Understanding Your Nervous System
An accessible introduction to stress responses, regulation and practical strategies for everyday wellbeing.

 

Mind-Body Wellbeing
Exploring the connection between movement, breath, awareness and wellbeing.

 

Staff Wellbeing & Regulation
Practical strategies educators can use to support their own wellbeing and bring into their working day.

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What schools, staff and students say:​

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​"Reflecting on my experience in the Yoga self-practice course I’ve noticed a profound shift in both my emotional and physical state particularly through some of the breathing aspects of the work. I observed a noticeable reduction in my stress levels with a greater ability to manage anxiety and workload at school. I also found that my sleep patterns improved I was falling asleep faster and waking up feeling more rested much it has helped me manage my anxiety. The teachers are amazing and the atmosphere is so calming and welcoming." - Student Age 14, Yoga Self-Practice Course

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"Students developed an understanding of their mind and body connection, specifically the role of the vagus nerve. Many of them commented on the significant impact of the course, indicating a better understanding of strategies to assist them with their own wellbeing." - Year Level Coordinator ,Yoga Self-Practice Course​​

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"It left me better educated around how to help others", Year 10 Student, teenMHFA Course

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"This was a fantastic experience and I would recommend this to all Secondary Schools", Year 11 Student, teenMHFA CIourse

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" I am enjoying using the breathing techniques when coming in from lunch and recess to bring calm into the space before learning", Classroom teacher, Move Breathe Grow.

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​          "Thank you Katie for your entertaining and informative sessions. Both students and teachers loved it!​​" - F-2 Coordinator, Move Breathe Grow.​​​​

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Ready to explore what might work for your school?

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Get in touch to discuss your staff and students mental health and wellbeing priorities, and we can explore the best fit for your school community.

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