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The Forgotten Pillar of Mental Health: Why Sleep Matters for Children and Young People
In a world that never slows down, sleep often takes a backseat, especially for children and young people. But adequate sleep isn't a luxury.
Jez Belas
Mar 12, 20243 min read
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The Connection between Wellbeing and your School IT Systems: Where to Start if your System is Broken
An adequately resourced school IT ecosystem is not only important for learning, but for staff and student wellbeing, health, and attainment.
Philippa Wraithmell
Feb 15, 20245 min read
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Mind the Gap: Wellbeing Disparities Between State and Private Schools Worldwide
The state school education system in the UK is inherently broken. A generation of young people are being left behind. Here's what we know.
Jon Ford
Feb 7, 20246 min read
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Discover youHQ at BETT 2024
The world’s biggest education show is back for another year! Team youHQ will be attending BETT 2024 - and here’s where and when to find us.
Jon Ford
Jan 17, 20241 min read
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From the extreme end of behaviour: top tips for wellbeing from the alternative provision perspective
Dr Alexandra Gray talks about Alternative Provision -and finding the balance between the care of traumatised pupils and staff mental health.
Dr Alexandra Gray
Nov 15, 20235 min read
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Push forward PSHE and Personal Development with youHQ e-Learning Courses 🖥️
Over the next academic year, we’ll be releasing a series of Health and Wellbeing UK PSHE courses for our user schools and students.
Jez Belas
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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The youHQ approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the School and Wellbeing Space
A statement from the board of directors on the use of Artificial Intelligence within the youHQ school wellbeing platform.
Dr Bear
Nov 9, 20233 min read
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Introducing Wellbeing Wins Webinars
In our first Wellbeing Wins Webinar, we're talking to suicide prevention trainer Rose Rowkins to help teachers break down suicide stigma.
Sophie B
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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Navigating Emotionally-Based School Avoidance: Strategies for Senior School Leaders and Teachers
With a new term now upon us, the challenges of Back-to-School are palpable. Emotionally-based school avoidance is on the rise across the UK.
Jon Ford
Sep 7, 20233 min read
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New Research Article: The Rising Levels of Anxiety in Adolescents
We're proud to have contributed vital new research to the July 2023 ‘Mental Health in Schools Insights’ Paper.
Sophie B
Aug 2, 20232 min read
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youHQ PA, the new AI-powered pastoral assistant for school wellbeing
youHQ, the whole-school wellbeing platform, is proud to announce the launch of PA, the AI-powered Pastoral Assistant.
Jon Ford
Jul 25, 20232 min read
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Summer 2023 Competition T&Cs
This competition is being held by Life on Time Ltd and is not endorsed and/or sponsored by Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter.
Jon Ford
Jun 14, 20232 min read
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Using an ACT Exercise for Student Personal Development
Perfect for character education, the 80th Birthday Exercise is a creative way to reflect on values, purpose, personal growth, and the future
Jez Belas
Jun 7, 20232 min read
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How can we harness affirmations to reduce student exam anxiety?
As teachers, we observe the variety of challenges young people face as they grow - and affirmations can help them to overcome obstacles.
Jez Belas
Apr 26, 20233 min read
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Leicestershire Council agree contract with school wellbeing platform youHQ
Leicestershire County Council have signed a contract to fund the launch of youHQ wellbeing app in all 48 of their secondary schools.
Jon Ford
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Experience youHQ at Bett UK 2023
We're thrilled to be showcasing our wellbeing platform at the world's leading EdTech show. What can you expect from youHQ at Bett 2023?
Sophie B
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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NetSupport Research Report: Teaching & Personal Relationships
Written by Kat Cauchi and feat. contributions from youHQ's co-directors, a new research paper explores teaching and personal relationships.
Sophie B
Jan 12, 20231 min read
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youHQ school Leighton Park wins ISA Award
Last week, Leighton Park School was awarded the Independent Schools Association Award for Excellence in Pupil Personal Development. A...
Jon Ford
Nov 23, 20221 min read
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Become Inspired with Chunya Munga
Join Jez as he sits down with one of his former pupils, London Irish rugby player Chunya Munga. Chunya discusses his values and motivations
Jez Belas
Sep 29, 20221 min read
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UPCOMING FREE WEBINAR: Ensuring Teacher & Pupil Wellbeing
We're thrilled to invite you to our free webinar on school wellbeing. Hosted by Jez Belas and Dr Alistair Bailie, the webinar will...
Sophie B
Sep 23, 20221 min read
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