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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Supporting KS2 pupils’ mental health
Dr Alistair Bailie of youHQ was recently featured in a new article about how KS2 educators can support students' mental health.
Sophie B
Sep 22, 20221 min read
Tips on effectively using wellbeing data
In this new video, our wellbeing director and clinical psychologist Dr Alistair Bailie shares how to use the mood data generated by youHQ.
Jon Ford
Sep 12, 20221 min read
Six tips on managing student wellbeing concerns
In six easy steps, our resident clinical psychologist guides teachers through responding to low mood alerts and pupil wellbeing concerns.
Jon Ford
Sep 5, 20221 min read
Six tips to look after teacher wellbeing (in 90 seconds)
In this short video, clinical psychologist and wellbeing director Dr Bear breaks down how teachers can look after their emotional wellbeing.
Dr Bear
Aug 31, 20221 min read
How to support struggling students
Join Dr Bear and Jez for the latest minisode of our youmatter series! This week, they discuss how to support pupils who are struggling.
Dr Bear
Aug 1, 20221 min read
How to effectively use wellbeing data in schools
Navigating wellbeing data can be overwhelming. youHQ platform directors Jez and Dr Bear as they chat about how to best use this data.
Dr Bear
Jul 25, 20221 min read
Should mindfulness be applied in school settings?
Dr Bear analyses the recent reports surrounding the 2016-17 study on mindfulness. He discusses its place within larger wellbeing support.
Dr Bear
Jul 15, 20223 min read
The Power of Self-Care
In this 'Power of...' blog, Jez discusses the idea of self-care. He reflects on his experiences with self-care as a teacher and as a father.
Jez Belas
Jul 13, 20224 min read
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