Last term we celebrated Wellbeing and Neurodiversity week with the theme “Looking After Yourself”, chosen by our students. It has been filled with a range of engaging and informative activities focused on student wellbeing, health, and personal development.

Over the course of the week, PEBE led our school assembly highlighting the importance of wearing a properly fitted sports bra and how to look after your body during physical activity to support comfort and wellbeing. During an allocated lunchtime, a sports bra drop-in fitting session was available to all year groups, providing guidance and support in a comfortable environment. Later in the afternoon, Year 7 students, along with any new joiners, participated in an educational workshop alongside additional sports bra fittings, helping to promote confidence and wellbeing during physical activity.

Later in the week pupils were offered an exciting programme of PSHE workshops with visiting experts. Dr Hope Christie, former Britain’s Strong Woman, delivered an inspiring session for Years 10 and 11. She spoke about weightlifting, exercise, body diversity, and mental health. The session was highly interactive, with students enthusiastically taking part in hands-on activities, including lifting weights.

Also, Dr Justine Kluk, a dermatologist, led workshops for Years 8 and 9. She provided valuable advice on skincare, age-appropriate products, and answered students’ questions about skin health and makeup, helping to build knowledge and confidence in this area.

To round off the week, students enjoyed a vibrant wellbeing fair, featuring a selection of games alongside fruit cups and smoothies at break time, encouraging healthy choices and a sense of community.

Overall, it was a fantastic week, promoting wellbeing, confidence, and positive lifestyle choices across the school.