After a tough year had by most of us, I wanted to continue the kindness shown by Victoria over the last few years with the return of Surprise September! Please nominate a colleague/friend who works in a school or educational setting that you feel deserves a box of goodies. Perhaps they have been a mentor,… Continue reading Surprise September
Hi, I’m Mrs C. You can find me on instagram at @mrscprimaryt and I am a participant of the #teacher5adaybuddybox scheme and have been for two years. When the lovely Mrs Humanities decided she was unable to continue the scheme I reached out with the aim of continuing it. So here we are! I have… Continue reading It’s back!
After a bit of thinking I’ve decided to bring the scheme to an end. For those of you that are already buddied up, you can continue as you are. I will no longer be accepting new participants as of February 15th 2020. For the most part, I’ve really enjoyed the process of matching people up… Continue reading #Teacher5adayBuddyBox is ending (well the match up part anyway)
Hello to old and new participants. Looking for something to improve your wellbeing, to create friendships and to support a good cause – teacher wellbeing – then you’ve come to the right place. The teacher 5 a day wellbeing scheme will do just that! The first match up of the new academic year will take… Continue reading Back to School Match Up
Who is your wellbeing hero? @RobGeog How have they helped to improve your wellbeing? Always there to listen to my rants. What makes them your wellbeing hero? Never met Rob in person but he’s supported me for past 8 years!! In 20 words what would be your message to them. You’re a star. Thank you!… Continue reading My Wellbeing Hero by Teresa
Who is your wellbeing hero? Brendan Coyle How have they helped to improve your wellbeing? Led through relentless positivity, optimism and belief in others. Always looks for a reason for fun, exercise and a good walk in the hills followed by a rewarding pint of ale. What makes them your wellbeing hero? Always looks for… Continue reading My Wellbeing Hero by Chris Reddy
Who is your wellbeing hero? Patrick Ottley-O’Connor How have they helped to improve your wellbeing? By constantly reminding me that there is a life beyond the four walls of the school building. What makes them your wellbeing hero? Patrick is a Head Teacher who models work-life balance. He has achieved balance and promotes this through… Continue reading My Wellbeing Hero by Freya Odell
Who is your wellbeing hero? Veronica Give 3 words to describe them. By being there… regardless (okay, that’s 4) How have they helped to improve your wellbeing? She’s there, no matter what. No problem is too big or small. What makes them your wellbeing hero? For being a friend and getting me! In 20 words… Continue reading My Wellbeing Hero by Claire G
Uganda – the Pearl of Africa This beautiful country is still recovering from the ravages of conflict in the 1970s and debt in the 1980s, whilst still being riddled with corruption and inequality. This leads to Uganda being one of the poorest countries in the world, there are many teachers working hard on the chalk… Continue reading Guest Blog: Uganda – the Pearl of Africa by Catherine Owen
