This opportunity has allowed students ‘time out’ from the frantic pace of the classroom. The small group setting has allowed students to let down their gate and create a safe and happy place to be. They have enjoyed the interactive nature of the sessions.

Some students seemed relaxed and open during our discussions and one student who rarely speaks was able to really articulate how much he enjoyed the program. I find this has been a valuable experience for me as well, as our school foci are student wellbeing and student voice.

I like how some of the kids that probably wouldn’t tell you how they’re feeling on paper just did it straight away. They weren’t embarrassed, they could say ‘this is how I feel when I’m sad’ without being picked on or laughed at. So that worked really well. The boys who I thought might be a bit hesitant about some of the activities just jumped straight in without a worry.