Health and wellbeing teaching resources

Health and wellbeing in education refers to the holistic development of physical, mental, and emotional aspects of students’ lives. It encompasses topics such as healthy eating, physical activity, mental health awareness, personal hygiene, emotional resilience, and social relationships. Promoting health and wellbeing in schools is vital as it supports students’ ability to learn, participate, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Teachers play a key role by integrating health-related topics across the curriculum, modelling positive behaviours, and fostering a supportive environment. Health and wellbeing resources may include lesson plans on nutrition, guidance for mental health support, activities for physical fitness, and materials to build emotional literacy and self-care skills. By using these resources, teachers can help students develop lifelong habits that contribute to overall happiness, safety, and success. Addressing health and wellbeing also aligns with many national curriculum requirements and supports safeguarding and inclusion for all pupils.