“I would recommend mindfulness because it is calm and relaxing.”
“When we did a body scan it felt great!”
“I would tell people to do mindfulness because it is peaceful and helped me train my brain and focus on my school work.”
96% of children answered yes when asked whether they would recommend mindfulness to a friend.
77% of children agreed or strongly agreed that mindfulness helps them to stay calm if stressed, angry or upset
69% of children agreed or strongly agreed that their concentration was better after learning mindfulness*
*A sample of 26 children - Years 3 – 6 after weekly mindfulness sessions between September 2022 – March 2023
“Mindfulness has helped me when my mind is full of stuff.”
“Mindfulness has helped me to concentrate on my work.”
“The most important thing I learnt was the breathing exercises because after doing them I felt really calm.”
Hawthorn Primary School
“If I get stressed I will take a deep breath.”
“The course was amazing!”
“The most important thing I learned is that when you are angry, your mind can be foggy but when you are calm, your mind is clear.”
“The most important thing I learned is that it is ok to be upset or angry.”
“Mindfulness has helped me to calm down when I am stressed or angry and has reminded me to be kind.”
“If I wanted to be mindful, I would close my eyes and focus on my breath.”
“Mindfulness is fun and relaxing and gives you less stress.”
86% of children answered yes when asked whether they would recommend mindfulness to a friend*
*A sample of 49 children - Years 5 & 6 after weekly mindfulness sessions between November 2022 – March 2023
“Mindfulness usually helps me sleep because I have a very active mind and often struggle to sleep.”
“I would recommend mindfulness because it helps your mind to relax and take a break.”
“I think mindfulness will help us when we have our exams.”
Llanilltud Faerdref Primary School
“I enjoyed when we practiced our breathing, it made me feel happy.”
“I started the session stormy but by the end I was sunny and happy. We can use this on the yard when we are struggling and getting frustrated.”
“I liked the weather check, I could feel the sun and it made me feel like I was on a beach.”
“I loved the activities we did!”
Gwaunmiskin Primary School
What the teachers are saying…
“Liz was a pleasure to work with and had a calm approach with the children. Pupils responded well and thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the sessions. They were really engaged.”
“There was obvious progression as the course progressed once the children had become familiar with the techniques. They were able to settle into them much more quickly.”
“Children have been able to explain how they focus and calm themselves using their breath.”
“I feel relaxed just writing this, thinking back to the sessions. Liz made a huge impression on the children but also on myself. Liz gave us the opportunity to stop and reflect. The sessions have been so engaging and we have learnt so much about being mindful.”
“We felt that the course gave pupils good calming techniques and allowed pupils to focus, especially after playtimes.”
“Liz has been a pleasure to work with and instantly brought an air of calm to the learning environment. She has clearly planned sessions and supporting resources. Staff and pupils have been upskilled by these sessions.”
““The children have been really engaged and have really honed their listening skills in the sessions. Liz quickly established a culture in which pupils and staff felt comfortable to ask questions and share ideas.”
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