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The Well Schools Podcast

The Well Schools Podcast

By Youth Sport Trust

A Well School places just as much emphasis on wellbeing as it does on academic performance. It understands that children and young people are more effective learners when they are happy and well and that they must take care of their staff and their pupils wellbeing to create a culture that allows everyone to reach their potential.Well Schools is a growing community of like-minded professionals and stakeholders who believe that wellbeing should be at the heart of education. Wellbeing should permeate all aspects of education and be the foundation of the culture that staff and pupils experience. By registering free to the Well School community you are committing to join the movement for change in education, connect with colleagues across the UK to share resources and support each other and celebrate the impact of your Well School.
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The Well Schools PodcastDec 20, 2021

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Well Schools S5, E11 - School Sport Report 2023

Well Schools S5, E11 - School Sport Report 2023

On this week’s episode, we learn the about the state of play around PE, School Sport & Physical Activity and how it can have a positive impact on young people’s happiness, health and connectedness.

PE & School Sport Report: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/media/5bcgx4kh/yst_pe_school_sport_report_2023_final_revd.pdf

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Women-Exposing-World-Designed/dp/1784706280/ref=asc_df_1784706280/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=256266022931&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4054888948194282977&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046539&hvtargid=pla-886826816787&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Jul 10, 202341:29
Well Schools S5, E10 - Build Belonging to Teach Happy

Well Schools S5, E10 - Build Belonging to Teach Happy

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of building a sense of happiness and belonging in our schools.

Teach Happy: https://www.teachappy.co.uk

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Teaching-Happiness-Well-Being-Schools-Morris/dp/0826443036

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Jun 26, 202301:13:25
Well Schools S5, E9 - Power of Inclusive Movement

Well Schools S5, E9 - Power of Inclusive Movement

On this week’s episode, we learn what it takes to make a school a fully inclusive environment the right amount of Belief, Belonging & Butterflies.

Youth Sport Trust ‘Sport Sanctuaries’: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/resources/inclusion/sport-sanctuaries#:~:text=Strongly%20allied%20to%20the%20five,impact%20of%20a%20global%20pandemic.   

Well Schools Book Clubs: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dare-Different-leadership-transformational-schools/dp/178583276X

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Jun 12, 202354:18
Well Schools S5, E8 - Building Belonging at Manchester Communication Academy

Well Schools S5, E8 - Building Belonging at Manchester Communication Academy

On this week’s episode, we learn how a school in Manchester is using strength based narratives along with exciting and innovative approaches to education to Build Belonging in and out of school.


Teaching: The New Reality Report: https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-organisations/research/teaching-the-new-reality/


Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Huh-Curriculum-conversations-between-subject/dp/1913622738


Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/B07J1XQSNK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=25NUIQPDPPUYW&keywords=atomic+habits&qid=1684412632&s=books&sprefix=atomic+habits%2Cstripbooks%2C86&sr=1-1


You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org


Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools


Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

May 22, 202347:55
Rachael Mackenzie on Focus

Rachael Mackenzie on Focus

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of ensuring every young person is Prepared with the knowledge and understanding of how movement supports their physical and mental state, allowing for greater focus and attention.

Sport England Active Lives: ⁠https://www.sportengland.org/research-and-data/data/active-lives⁠

Well Schools Book Club: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Well-Balanced-Child-Movement-Learning/dp/1903458633⁠

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: ⁠www.well-school.org⁠

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together ⁠communities⁠ of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and ⁠resources⁠ to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: ⁠www.youthsporttrust.org⁠.

May 08, 202357:27
Well Schools S5, E6 - Power of movement and nature

Well Schools S5, E6 - Power of movement and nature

On this week’s episode, we learn why movement and nature are vital to ensure that we all feel safe, feel valued and feel belonging.


Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Life-Lessons-Longest-Happiness/dp/1846046769/ref=asc_df_1846046769/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=570321680287&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5311903196726093659&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007422&hvtargid=pla-1636198555382&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

Well Schools Research: https://www.well-school.org/take-action/evidence


Intelligent Health: https://www.intelligenthealth.co.uk

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on Twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Apr 24, 202301:06:04
Well Schools S5, E5 - Building Skills for the Future

Well Schools S5, E5 - Building Skills for the Future

On this week’s episode, we learn why equipping students with the essential skills needed for their future will allow them solve big problems and be the leaders of tomorrow.

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Danny-Champion-World-Roald-Dahl/dp/0141346434 Well Schools Research: https://www.well-school.org/take-action/evidence Pearson Future of Skills: https://futureskills.pearson.com/research/#/findings/findings-introduction Skills Builder Partnership: https://www.skillsbuilder.org

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Apr 10, 202343:07
Well Schools S5, E4 - Making a Well Academy Trust

Well Schools S5, E4 - Making a Well Academy Trust

On this week’s episode, we learn why being a Well Led Trust of schools can unlock creativity, tackle cynicism, and have wide ranging impact on the wellbeing of staff, students and communities which they serve.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Mar 27, 202335:47
Well Schools S5, E3 - Ben Levinson, Kensington Primary School in East London

Well Schools S5, E3 - Ben Levinson, Kensington Primary School in East London

On this week’s episode, we learn why being a Well Prepared school is about the physical and mental preparation of students and staff to create a "place where everyone loves to be."

If you would like to find out more about Children’s Mental Health Week: https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

Our special guest this week is Ben Levinson, Headteacher of Kensington Primary School in East London. You can follow Ben @MrLev over on Twitter.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education and sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Mar 13, 202301:00:54
Well Schools S5, E2 - Schools Built on Love

Well Schools S5, E2 - Schools Built on Love

On this week’s episode, we learn about Schools Built on Love, and how we can change our approach and behaviours to create a real sense of Belonging!

School Built on Love:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Parklands-school-built-Chris-Dyson/dp/1785836005

Youth Sport Trust Conference 2023: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/conference-2023

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kindness-Matters-John-Magee/dp/1999701100

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Feb 27, 202351:21
Well Schools S5, E1 - Building Happiness Factories

Well Schools S5, E1 - Building Happiness Factories

On this week’s episode, we learn about Schools as Happiness Factories, and how Physical Education can make schools more happy!

Happiness Factories: https://twitter.com/philmathe79_pe?lang=en

Sport England Learning Portal: https://www.sportengland.org/guidance-and-support/secondary-teacher-training-programme

Youth Sport Trust Conference 2023: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/conference-2023

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Feet-Clouds-Tale-Fell-Running-Obsession/dp/1781310564

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Feb 20, 202301:13:13
Well Schools S4, E7 - Well Schools Review '22

Well Schools S4, E7 - Well Schools Review '22

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Well Schools and the Youth Sport Trust.

Teacher Wellbeing Index: www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-organisations/research/teacher-wellbeing-index

Well Schools Book Club: www.amazon.co.uk/What-If-Unleashing-Imagination-Create/dp/1603589058

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Dec 19, 202225:18
Well Schools S4, E6 - Imagination is a Super Power

Well Schools S4, E6 - Imagination is a Super Power

On this week’s episode, we learn about the Power of Imagination, and how things such as Play and Creativity fuels Productivity.

Institute of Imagination: ioi.london/

The Art of Mind Wandering : www.ted.com/talks/tom_doust_the_art_of_mind_wandering

Well Schools Book Club: www.amazon.co.uk/What-If-Unleashing-Imagination-Create/dp/1603589058

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

Dec 05, 202201:07:12
Well Schools S4, E5 - Building belonging in alternative provision

Well Schools S4, E5 - Building belonging in alternative provision

On this week’s episode, we learn about the role and power of PE, Sport& Play in Alternative Provision. We hear about the importance of Building Belonging and how we can use different approaches to ensure all young people thrive.

Role of PE in Alternative Provision Report: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/news-insight/research/the-role-and-value-of-physical-education-and-sport-in-alternative-provision-schools#:~:text=In%20addition%2C%20one%20of%20the,health%20and%20reducing%20childhood%20obesity.

Commission on Young Lives: https://thecommissiononyounglives.co.uk

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Flip-Switch-Achieve-Extraordinary-Changes/dp/0857086790

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Nov 21, 202201:04:04
Well Schools S4, E4 - Half-Term Report

Well Schools S4, E4 - Half-Term Report

On this week’s episode, we pause to reflect on the first half term of 2022, how living in unprecedented times, a cost of living crisis and building back from the Pandemic, Education has the power to transform young lives and create the healthiest, happiest learners in the World!

Good Childhood Report: https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/professionals/resources/good-childhood-report-2022

World Health Organisation: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

Nov 07, 202233:07
Well Schools S4, E3 - Loving Classrooms

Well Schools S4, E3 - Loving Classrooms

On this week’s episode, we learn how to create Loving Classrooms, which are learning environments built on the characteristics of Respect, Compassion, Kindness, Listening & Love.

Loving Classrooms: https://www.lovingclassroom.net

Well Schools Book Club: Falling Upwards https://www.amazon.co.uk/Falling-Upward-Spirituality-Halves-Life/dp/0281068917

Our special guests this week is Sir Anthony Seldon, you can follow his work @AnthonySeldon

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Oct 24, 202201:13:07
Well Schools S4, E2 - Sleep is a Super Power

Well Schools S4, E2 - Sleep is a Super Power

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of sleep, the impact it has on behaviour, mood and social connectedness, we learn that Sleep is a Super Power.

The Sleep Charity: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/L-Shaped-Room-Lynne-Reid-Banks/dp/0099469634

Our special guests this week is Vicki Beevers, you can follow her work @TheSleepCharity

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Oct 10, 202201:00:25
Well Schools S4, E1 - Bite Back 2030

Well Schools S4, E1 - Bite Back 2030

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of nutrition in the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of students and staff and ask ourselves, are we fully in control of the food choices we make?

Bite Back 2030: www.biteback2030.com

National Food Strategy: www.nationalfoodstrategy.org

Well Schools Book Club: “Spoon-Fed” https://amzn.to/3Utv4sf

Our special guests this week are James Toop and Jacob Rosenberg, you can follow their work @BiteBack2030

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Sep 26, 202201:18:47
Well Schools S3, E7 - Out for Summer!

Well Schools S3, E7 - Out for Summer!

Last in the current series - returning September 2022. Enjoy your well earned break!

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Aug 01, 202234:39
Well Schools S3, E6 - Happiest School in the UK

Well Schools S3, E6 - Happiest School in the UK

On this week’s episode, we learn about the Happiest School in the UK and how they are equipping students with the necessary life skills and experiences to Dream Big and achieve their own impossible!

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Adults-Change-Everything-Changes/dp/1781352739

Our special guest this week is Dave McPartlin, Headteacher of Flakefleet Primary Schools and you can find him @dave_mcpartlin on Twitter.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Jul 18, 202201:07:55
Well Schools S3, E5 - The Power of Active Learning

Well Schools S3, E5 - The Power of Active Learning

On this week’s episode, we learn about the power of active learning to create a positive, engaging and fun approach to teaching. We also hear about the Power of Invisible Learning, and how we prepare our students to engage in life beyond school.

Teach Active: www.teachactive.org

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/5-AM-Club-Robin-Sharma/dp/0008312834

Our special guest this week is Jon Smedley you can follow Jon @TeachActive on Twitter.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

Jul 04, 202201:08:44
Well Schools S3, E4 - Build Belonging to Teach Happy

Well Schools S3, E4 - Build Belonging to Teach Happy

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of ensuring that every young person find their own Belonging, and that there is ‘a place in Sport for every Child'.

Teach Happy: https://www.teachappy.co.uk

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Teaching-Happiness-Well-Being-Schools-Morris/dp/0826443036

Our special guest this week is Adrian Bethune, you can follow Adrian @AdrianBethune on Twitter.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

Jun 20, 202201:25:25
Well Schools S3, E3 - Rachael Mackenzie

Well Schools S3, E3 - Rachael Mackenzie

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of ensuring every young person is Prepared with the knowledge and understanding of how movement supports their physical and mental state, allowing for greater focus and attention.

Preparing to Learn: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/news-insight/research/the-link-between-physical-activity-and-attainment-in-children-and-young-people

Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Well-Balanced-Child-Movement-Learning/dp/1903458633

Our special guest this week is Rachael Mackenzie, you can follow Rachael @rachfmackenzie on Instagram.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

Apr 04, 202201:14:39
Well Schools S3, E2 - Warren King

Well Schools S3, E2 - Warren King

On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of ensuring every young person is Equipped with the skills and experiences to thrive in school and life.

If you would like to find out more about Children’s Mental Health Week: https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

 Boys Move Report: https://ystcms.youthsporttrust.org/media/2hzn2fnt/boys-metal-health-final-report-2021.pdf?_ga=2.17432633.1481985051.1644491721-1535424390.1620134806 

 Our special guest this week is Warren King, you can follow Warren @SpeakerWarren over on Twitter.

 You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org 

 Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools 

 Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

 Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org 

Support the show (https://www.youthsporttrust.org/yst-podcast)
Feb 14, 202201:16:10
Well Schools S3, E1 - Ben Levinson, Kensington Primary School in East London

Well Schools S3, E1 - Ben Levinson, Kensington Primary School in East London

On this week’s episode, we learn why being a Well Prepared school is about the physical and mental preparation of students and staff to create a "place where everyone loves to be."

If you would like to find out more about Children’s Mental Health Week: https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

Our special guest this week is Ben Levinson, Headteacher of Kensington Primary School in East London. You can follow Ben @MrLev over on Twitter.

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Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education and sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

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Feb 07, 202201:15:50
Well Schools S2, E5 - Live Panel Discussion

Well Schools S2, E5 - Live Panel Discussion

This weeks episode is a very special panel discussion with five of the most influential thought leaders in the Education sector. 

We’re joined by Alison Peacock, Chief Executive of The Chartered College of Education; Emma Knights, Chief Executive of the National Governance Association; Sinead McBrearty, Chief Executive of Education Support; Patrick Ottley–O’Connor, Headteacher of Westhoughton High School in Greater Manchster; and Clare Hoods-Truman, Executive Principal of the Oasis Academy Blakenhale in Birmingham.

Education Support Teacher Wellbeing Index: https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-organisations/research/teacher-wellbeing-index/ 

Youth Sport Trust Wellbeing Survey: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/media/fvuhgb3n/wellbeing-survey-february-2021.pdf 

 If you’d like to find out more about our special guests this week you can find more information here: 

Education Support: https://www.educationsupport.org.uk

Chartered College of Teaching: https://chartered.college 

National Governance Association: https://www.nga.org.uk/Home.aspx 

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org 

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools 

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation who’s purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

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Dec 20, 202101:01:13
Well Schools S2, E4 - Jaime Thurston, 52 Lives Charity

Well Schools S2, E4 - Jaime Thurston, 52 Lives Charity

On this week’s episode, we Feature the 52 Lives Charity, and the School of Kindness, whose aim is to empower children by helping them realise that the little choices they make every day have the power to change lives and change the world, while also improving their own physical and mental health.

Our special guest this week is Jaime Thurston, Founder of 52 Lives Charity. You can follow 52 at www.52-lives.org @52Lives over on Twitter and 52.lives on Instagram.

Youth Sport Trust Wellbeing Survey: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/media/fvuhgb3n/wellbeing-survey-february-2021.pdf 

Well Schools ‘One Kind Word’ Resources: https://www.well-school.org/t/anti-bullying-resources-from-every-mind-matters/1825 

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org 

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools 

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation who’s purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

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Dec 13, 202152:43
Well Schools S2, E3 - Farhan Adam, Crown Hills Community College in Leicester

Well Schools S2, E3 - Farhan Adam, Crown Hills Community College in Leicester

On this week’s episode, we learn why a Well Culture within school is critical to ensuring staff and pupils experience an education journey that equips and prepares them for learning and life.

If you would like to read the report mentioned in the show, you can find it here.

Our special guest this week is Farhan Adam, Principal of Crown Hills Community College in Leicester. You can follow Farhan @123FAdam over on Twitter.

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation who’s purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

 Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.

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Dec 06, 202101:16:12
Well Schools S2, E2 - Jeremy Hannay, Three Bridges Primary School in West London

Well Schools S2, E2 - Jeremy Hannay, Three Bridges Primary School in West London

On this week’s episode, we learn why how a Well Led school can create a place where staff and Headteacher wellbeing is actively supported and championed ensuring the whole school is connected with the wider school community.

Our special guest this week is Dr Jeremy Hannay, Headteacher at Three Bridges Primary in West London. Three Bridges know that primary education only takes eight years but lasts a lifetime. The school has a world-class curriculum and deep and meaningful development priorities. 

Students will learn both inside and outside the classrooms. They will read, write, and solve problems after kayaking down the canal and study the Southall Uprising after making a fire in the Forest School. They will learn together. They will grow together. They will struggle and succeed together.

You can find out more about Jeremy here: https://noordinaryclassroom.home.blog/ 

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org 

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation whose purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org 

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools, and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org

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Nov 29, 202101:20:32
Well Schools S2, E1 - Rebecca Leek, South Essex Alliance Multi-Academy Trust

Well Schools S2, E1 - Rebecca Leek, South Essex Alliance Multi-Academy Trust

On this week’s episode, we learn why Well Schools exists, how it came to life and what it aims to achieve in the future, with co-founder and host of the show, Kay Batkin, Network Director at the Youth Sport Trust.

Our special guest this week is Rebecca Leek, CEO of the South Essex Alliance Multi Academy Trust (SEAMAT)

The South Essex Alliance is an education trust that is committed to running dynamic, ever-improving schools. We work to make sure that every child feels they belong in their school and that they are lit up with learning. For us, learning is an adventure. It is a privilege and a responsibility for all who work with us to ensure that the journey through school is exciting, challenging, caring and enriching, and that every child experiences joy, wonder, calm and success.

Rebecca is a Senior strategic leader, with wide ranging experience as a system leader within education and social enterprise. Rebecca believes in ecological and holistic approaches to organisational change and development, within education, business and lifestyle. Cross-disciplinary perspectives, permaculture principles, systems thinking, inclusion, light and love are all evident in Rebecca’s leadership journey.

You can find out more about Rebecca and SEAMAT here:
www.seamat.org/about-us 

You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org 

Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools 

Thank You to our supporter, Bupa Foundation who’s purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives, www.bupafoundation.org

Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org 

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Nov 22, 202101:12:30
Well Schools Series Episode 7 - Theale Green School in Berkshire
Aug 09, 202126:07
Well Schools Series Episode 6 - The Bourne Academy in Bournemouth
Aug 02, 202144:27
Well Schools Series Episode 5 - Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infants and Junior School in Birmingham
Jul 26, 202131:24
Well Schools Series Episode 4 - Kings Leadership Academy Hawthornes in Liverpool
Jul 19, 202141:09
Well Schools Series Episode 3 - Well Schools Live Discussion
Jul 12, 202137:15
Well Schools Series Episode 2 - John Spence Community High School in North Shields
Jul 05, 202135:49
Well Schools Series Episode 1 - Holy Family Catholic Primary School in Surrey
Jun 28, 202143:30
Girls Active Coaches Series Episode 5 - CARE
Jun 18, 202132:33
Girls Active Coaches Series Episode 4 - Resilience
Jun 13, 202142:42
Girls Active Coaches Series Episode 3 – Aspiration
Jun 12, 202132:25
Girls Active Coaches Series Episode 2 – Empathy
Jun 11, 202135:13
Girls Active Coaches Series Episode 1 – Creativity
Jun 07, 202131:34
S2, E1 - Investigating poor health and educational outcomes for children and young people
Jan 13, 202152:19
Episode 17 - Interview with Nigel Huddleston MP

Episode 17 - Interview with Nigel Huddleston MP

In this episode YST's CEO Ali Oliver interviews MP Nigel Huddleston, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Minister for Sport, Tourism and Heritage), to get the government's view on the future of PE and sport at this critical time.

Topics also include the School Sport and Activity Action Plan, the PE and Sport Premium and YST's upcoming
National School Sport Week at Home campaign which starts on Saturday 20 June.

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Jun 17, 202026:05
Episode 16 - COVID-19 special: the Future of PE and Sport (part 3)
Jun 04, 202053:54
Episode 15 - COVID-19 special: the Future of PE and Sport (part 2)
May 21, 202001:22:23
Episode 14 - COVID-19 special: the Future of PE and Sport
May 07, 202038:24
YST Podcast Update - May 2020
Apr 30, 202000:51
YST Podcast Update - April 2020
Apr 20, 202000:58
Episode 13 - Active Across Ages
Mar 30, 202054:18