Sparklers in action

Stunning stories from kura spreading wellbeing school-wide

• Whitiora School 'changes the narrative' with a whānau-centred approach
• Adventure School hones in on mindfulness
• St Martins School feels the power of Te Whare Tapa Whā
• McLeans Primary School leads with gratitude, empathy and mindfulness
• Laingholm Primary School gets their breathing right
• South New Brighton understands that hauora is all about relationships
• Building a sense of calm at Ladbrooks Primary School
• Inclusivity focussed - a shout out to Beckenham Primary School
• Pause Breathe Smile and Riversdale School
• Growing confident tamariki at Selwyn Ridge School
• Using a manageable model at Merivale School, Tauranga
• Ready to Learn, Achieve and Flourish at Rolleston College
• Eating growing kai first at E Tipu E Rea Early Learning Centre
• Using Sparklers to support whole school hauora at Te Akau Ki Pāpāmoa
• BLENZ Homai Campus and their cool approach to wellbeing

Pink Shirt Day at Te Kōmanawa Rowley

Keep in mind that there's a lot to consider when creating a whole-school approach to wellbeing. As you begin your whole-school approach it will include looking at all aspects of kura from policy to the culture you cultivate.

We love showcasing the awesome things you are doing at school. Send us an email if you want to share your story with us - we are your biggest cheerleaders!

If you're looking for a place to start, weave in daily Mindful Moments. Learn to enjoy and take notice every day; begin with your hauora.

We are also here to connect you with local Sparklers champions and are creating easy ways for you to network with other kura to inspire one another.

Thoughts from kaiako about Sparklers