Making Sense of Mental Health and Wellbeing in Primary Schools

<p>Building on the latest research in developmental neuroscience this book provides an evidence-based accessible and practical roadmap for those looking for more effective ways to support primary school pupils’ mental health and wellbeing.</p><p>The guide begins by analysing current approaches before presenting a new comprehensive framework for mental health and wellbeing curricula in primary schools. Focusing on building up mental health knowledge and key skills of children in a neuroscience-informed and age-appropriate way the book:</p><ul> <li>Translates key developmental processes in the mind and brain into learning outcomes knowledge and skills with focus on Reception stage KS1 and lower and upper KS2</li> <li>Lays out a 7-step trauma-informed pedagogical approach for teaching mental health and wellbeing and provides a plethora of relevant activity examples</li> <li>Looks at the implementation of the curriculum framework as a whole school approach in primary schools including its positioning within wider social contexts</li> <li>Explains key terms with case studies and reflection opportunities throughout.</li> </ul><p>This innovative book is a must-have guide for primary school educators interested in understanding the mental health and wellbeing development of their pupils and finding research-based ways to effectively support them long-term. It is also valuable reading for pastoral leaders in schools mental health professionals and policy makers.</p>