Free @thriveapproach.bsky.social event to support teaching assistants with classroom violence in May 2025 Read: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ukdbe

Great news to start the week! We are thrilled to hear that one of our Thrive Ambassador Schools, Windsor Clive Primary School, has been shortlisted for the TES Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year award! Congratulations to the team! #PupilMentalHealth #TESAward @tesmagazine.bsky.social

As the complexity of SEND in #earlyyears settings increases, so do the challenges for practitioners. This essential webinar will explore the evolving needs of young children, common behaviours to watch for, and practical strategies rooted in neuroscience to help you cope and respond with confidence.

Violent and aggressive behaviour is becoming increasingly common in schools. Join us for a free webinar exploring practical, trauma-informed strategies to help TAs respond calmly and effectively when pupils express distress through violence or aggression. Register here: bit.ly/4jbnhLD

Happy #NationalEarlyYearsTeacherDay! To the superheroes in tiny chairs, with glitter on their sleeves and stories in their hearts — thank you. You don’t just teach the ABCs — you nurture curiosity, build confidence, and help little ones feel safe, seen and loved. #ShapingFutures #EarlyYearsMatter

Missed our sell-out webinar 'From red pill to 80/20: decoding Netflix's #Adolescence'? The recording is now available on-demand! Click here for access: web.thriveapproach.com/decoding-net... #mentalhealth #education #toxicmasculinity #incel #redpill

Two children. Two very different starts in life. What happens in the early years shapes everything that follows. In her keynote speech at the @childrenscomm.bsky.social ’s Festival of Childhood, the Education Secretary put it plainly: “That’s where opportunity can be lost or found.”

You’re seeing behaviour… but are you really seeing it? 👀 What if challenging behaviour isn’t defiance—but communication?

Netflix's #Adolescence sparked conversations—now let's act. With social psychologist Lewis Wedlock, explore online subcultures ( #incels, #manosphere, #redpill ideology) shaping young men’s views on identity and #masculinity. Gain tools to support pupils’ #wellbeing. Register: eu1.hubs.ly/H0hT0nX0

Expressing emotions is a vital part of self-awareness and emotional growth. By helping pupils to recognise and articulate their feelings in the moment, educators can support an environment where emotional wellbeing is prioritised. Try this 👇

The NCA warns of a disturbing rise in online “Com” gangs—groups of teenage boys sharing sadistic and misogynistic content that fuels real-world crimes, from cyber-attacks and fraud to serious violence and child abuse. Reports have surged sixfold in the UK since 2022.

“They lose hope that they have a future worth living for.” The @netflix.com mini-series #Adolescence has caused waves across the nation this month, highlighting some of the challenges facing young people, schools and families today.

We asked the #Thrive team to share their small moments of joy this #InternationalDayofHappiness. We're not at all surprised that dogs (and tea) were a main source of our happiness. What has brought you #happiness today? @actionhappiness.bsky.social #SpringTerm #JoysofSpring

Listen to the impact Thrive Licensed Practitioner training has had on Helen, Teaching Assistant and Thrive Licensed Practitioner at Red Lane Primary School, Bolton. Ready to join us? Click here to find out more: bit.ly/42aXKMF #ChildrensMentalHealth #SEL #SEND #Neurodiversity

We're at the National SEND and Inclusion Conference today. It’s been inspiring to engage with voices from across the education sector—SENDCOs, inclusion leads, headteachers, CEOs, and representatives from local authorities, charities, and social enterprises. #SENDCONF25 #SEND #Inclusion

Young women and girls can be disproportionately affected by poor #mentalhealth. So, as a message of hope and encouragement to the next generation this #InternationalWomensDay, we asked some of the incredible women across our community what advice they would give to their younger selves.

There are just a few days left to get your applications in! Don't miss these levy-funded opportunities to elevate your expertise in SEMH and wellbeing leadership. Follow the thread to find your fit!

Huge congratulations to our World Book Day competition winners! #ReadYourWay celebrated the joy of reading in all its forms. We strive for a world where every child has access to the magic of reading. #WorldBookDay #JoyofReading #ChildrensLiterature

Here is part two of our #WorldBookDay competition entries. Who would you choose to win our three categories: Most Unique Location, Best Photo Composition and Happiest Reader? #ReadYourWay

✨📚 Happy World Book Day! 📚✨ We've absolutely loved seeing all your amazing competition entries! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who took part and shared the fantastic places you love to read. Watch part one of our competition entries 👇 #WorldBookDay #ReadYourWay

World Book Day is just around the corner – and that means it’s competition time! We want to see your pupils' favourite places to dive into their books. There are three prizes up for grabs for the top entries! Click the link to find out more: eu1.hubs.ly/H0h3Vjy0 #ReadYourWay #WorldBookDay

A child’s behaviour is often a communication of unmet emotional needs. Thrive’s approach gives educators the science-backed strategies to help pupils feel emotionally secure, reducing disruptive behaviour and improving focus in the classroom. Find out more: eu1.hubs.ly/H0gV7jD0 #eduskychat #ukedu

Applications are now open for the next cohort of @thriveapproach.bsky.social’s Wellbeing Specialist Teaching Assistant apprenticeship Apply before 17th March 2025 for the May cohort Read: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/y9xnz

Congrats to Shirley Warren Primary and Nursery School on achieving the Excellence in Environment award! 🎉 This nurturing setting is designed to support children’s wellbeing, with inviting care spaces, engaging clubs, and thoughtfully crafted indoor and outdoor areas for exploration and play.

Upskill and advance your career while continuing support children and young people in your setting. Gain specialist expertise in social and emotional support, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive in the classroom and beyond. Don’t miss out: eu1.hubs.ly/H0gQXgY0 #SEL #Education

Don't forget to register for our upcoming Thrive Book Club, where we'll be joined by author Sophie Tales to discuss her book "Creating Adversity-Aware Schools"! Click here to sign up: bit.ly/3W0S3h5 #TraumaInformed #ACE #Behaviour #PupilWellbeing #Education #SEND

Exciting news for #NationalApprenticeshipWeek! Applications for our Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Apprenticeship are now OPEN! Lead change with this dual-award, levy-funded opportunity. Apply now: mythrive.uk/4hQNIVX #UKEd #ChildrensMentalHealth #EduSkyChat #SEL #SEMH

Today is #TimeToTalk Day, a reminder that small conversations can make a big difference when it comes to mental health. 💙 Whether it’s a quick chat over a cup of tea, a message to check in, or simply listening—every conversation helps to break the stigma and support those around us.

Missed our webinar? Watch it on demand! Discover practical ways to support young people in understanding and managing their feelings, all in line with this year’s #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek theme: Know Yourself, Grow Yourself. Watch now: bit.ly/4hM6Bt0 #CMHW #KnowYourselfGrowYourself

During #ChildrenMentalHealthWeek, four mental health charities - the @centreformh.bsky.social, the @cfyounglives.bsky.social, the @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, and YoungMinds - have joined forces to launch their #FutureMinds campaign.

Christ the King Catholic Primary School, Cardiff, have been matching their emotions to colours and shapes to create beautiful artwork for #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek.

To begin #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we spent a wonderful day at Shipston-on-Stour Primary School, part of the The Stour Federation, with their two dedicated Licensed Practitioners and a fabulous group of pupils.

This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we’ve created four FREE bite-sized videos for both #primary and #secondary settings, to help your pupils explore their #emotions! Watch now: bit.ly/40LaZ4C #KnowYourselfGrowYourself

When school leaders champion emotional wellbeing, the impact is felt by staff and pupils alike. In this video, hear how having leaders committed to Thrive has been the key to success—creating a culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and ready to thrive.

🎉 Huge congratulations to Churchward School for achieving its prestigious School of Excellence award! Want to know how they did it? Read their inspiring story in our latest blog 👇 #SchoolofExcellence #ChildrensMentalHealth #PupilWellbeing #SEND

As proud members of the @cypmentalhealth.bsky.social, we fully support the partnership with YoungMinds, @centreformh.bsky.social and @cfyounglives.bsky.social, who will be sharing their plan for #mentalhealthreform in Parliament on 5th February. #ChildrensMentalHealth

We were delighted to attend the #ALNConference in Cardiff yesterday. This fantastic event brought together #seniorleaders and #ALNCos for insightful keynote speeches and hands-on workshops, all focused on supporting neurodivergent learners.

Exciting news! The application window for our next cohort of #WellbeingLeadership #Apprenticeships opens soon! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and champion wellbeing in your school. Download your guide today! eu1.hubs.ly/H0gdngz0

We're super excited to be exhibiting at the @cstvoice.bsky.social #Safeguarding Conference today. If you're attending, please come and say hi to our wonderful colleagues, and don't forget to join our workshop 'Botheredness and belonging: A strategic approach to emotionally based school avoidance'!

Emotional resilience is essential for our wellbeing – it’s what helps us bounce back from life’s challenges. At Thrive, we empower pupils with the tools they need to understand and manage their emotions, enabling them to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence. #UKEduThreads #EduSkyChat

Just a few days to go! We're thrilled to join Jonathan Roddick at the #CSTSafeguarding Conference for “Botheredness and belonging”. We'll explore how trusts like The Howard Partnership Trust address emotionally based school avoidance through culture & connection. #EBSA

"The evidence is absolutely overwhelming that embedding social and emotional learning into curricula improves learning outcomes. It enhances mental health and it reduces issues like bullying and youth violence, and then those ripple effects go on way beyond the classroom and out into society."

Breaking news 📣 Thrive's proud to be part of a DfE initiative to address the school absence crisis. The Attendance Mentoring Pilot Expansion project will explore how mentoring can help reduce persistent absenteeism in schools across England. Read more: bit.ly/4fL9WHy @etioglobal.bsky.social

Monday (6th January 2025) is the application deadline for the February 2025 intake of @thriveapproach.bsky.social’s Wellbeing Specialist Teaching Assistant apprenticeship Read: www.twinkl.co.uk/l/vbrpd

This week, the government unveiled its children's wellbeing and schools bill. @schoolsweek.bsky.social has highlighted 15 of the most important new policies: schoolsweek.co.uk/childrens-we... #childrenswellbeing #childrenswellbeingandschoolsbill

Valued at £9,000, our new #apprenticeship empowers #teachers, leaders and aspiring leaders to advance their leadership and management skills, while building the expertise to strategically implement the Thrive Approach within a class, department, setting or organisation. Find out more: bit.ly/4gn1sHM

At #Thrive, we've been enjoying a pre-Christmas celebration ahead of #ChristmasJumperDay tomorrow. On top of showing off our snazzy Christmas jumpers, we judged our gingerbread house competition, tucked into a delicious festive buffet, and put our Christmas knowledge to the test in our annual quiz.

The new #DfE funding can be used to "adapt #classrooms to be more accessible for children with #SEND" or create “specialist facilities within mainstream #schools that can deliver more intensive support adapted to suit the #pupils’ needs”. How does this news impact you? Let us know in the comments 👇

What better way to kick off our Bluesky channel than by sharing the launch of our NEW level 5 #wellbeing #apprenticeships! Supercharge your career while supporting #childrensmentalhealth and wellbeing in schools (at little or no cost!). Click to find out more: bit.ly/3OIINd6