March 19, 2026 10:24am
The initiative, approved and backed by the National Health Service, equips children with the skills they need to become resilient, confident learners.
Teachers receive prepared materials to deliver interactive sessions across five modules for pupils to learn and develop lifelong learning habits so they can thrive in the modern world.
This includes knowing how their brain and emotions work, celebrating positive relationships, and understanding the importance of gratitude.
Parents also receive access to a ‘Parent App’ so they can support reinforcing their child’s learning.
Achieving bronze status from myHappymind means both Penbridge Infant School and Penbridge Junior School prioritise the wellbeing and happiness of pupils.
Miss C. Selwood and Mrs K. Jones, Behaviour and Wellbeing Officers at Penbridge Schools, were delighted for both schools to receive such special recognition.
Miss Selwood said: “Becoming myHappymind bronze accredited in both our infant and junior settings is testament to how hard everyone has worked to create an environment where pupils feel safe, welcomed and included.
“Positive mental wellbeing is fundamental to children being able to learn and thrive in the classroom, and the interactive sessions proved invaluable in supporting their understanding of how their brain works”.
The sessions had a positive impact on our pupils, including Alice in year 4, who said myHappymind was a ‘brilliant experience’ and highlighted it as a ‘special opportunity to bring my class together’.
This accreditation follows Penbridge Junior School receiving Advanced Thinking status for the third time, further strengthening our commitment for pupils to ‘Love Learning for Life’.
Mrs A. Webb, Executive Headteacher for Penbridge Schools, recognised the ‘significant progress’ which has been made in both the infant and junior schools.
“I’m so proud of our pupils and staff to have received such special recognition for the way we promote a culture of positivity in both of our schools.
“Through our six core values, we equip pupils to Love Learning for Life, and they need to be in an environment where they feel happy and listened to in order to succeed”.
The programme aims to reduce pressure on Special Educational Needs Coordinators, as well as reduce the number of referrals to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.
The impact of this award also targets a boost in attendance numbers for both our infant and junior schools, reinforcing the importance of being in school every day.