Manor GreenWellbeing
We believe that the pastoral care of children contributes greatly to their overall wellbeing and also to their academic achievement. We teach Wellbeing as part of our PSHE offer but in addition it is weaved throughout the school culture.
MyHappyMind
We currently hold a silver award for MyHappyMinds. MyHappyMind is an NHS-backed, research-driven curriculum for schools, nurseries and families designed to improve children's mental health and wellbeing. It focuses on building resilience, self-esteem, and emotional management through scientific principles, including neuroscience and positive psychology, helping children thrive. (more information can be found in our curriculum section, PSHE). To further support Wellbeing we have a pupil 'Wellbeing' committee, who meet half termly to look at way to further support children at Manor Green.
Thrive Approach
We use the Thrive Approach as a whole school approach to support 'right time' development for all children as well as identifying children who may have suffered interruptions and so require specific interventions.
The Thrive Approach is a trauma-informed, preventative framework that supports children’s mental health, wellbeing, and social-emotional development through targeted, developmental and relational strategies. It uses arts, play, and relationship-based activities to help young people regulate emotions, build resilience, and engage with learning.
We currently have 2 licensed thrive practitioners and 1 member of staff in the process of being trained.
OPAL
OPAL (Outdoor Play and learning) is about improving the quality of playtimes, ensuring all children have high, quality, daily, self-directed play. It is about changing school culture to recognise play as a child's right and a key driver of health, wellbeing, and learning.
Health in school
In addition to the 2 hours PE all children are offered and our active OPAL playtimes we also offer a range of afterschool clubs for all children to promote their love of sport.
We attend a variety of sporting competitions and events to promote the love of sport and team work.
We have made links with our local park run, Hyde Junior Park run. This runs every Sunday morning at 9am. Just remember to sign up for your barcode before the race. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/
When you have signed up, you can join the Manor Green Team. Go to groups and join 'MG runners'
Guidance on Infection Control in Schools
Useful information
Mental Health
Papyrus UK https://www.papyrus-uk
Bereavement Support
Child Bereavement UK https://www.childbereavementuk.org/
Carers Support
Carers Trust: http://www.carers.org/
Carers UK: http://www.carersuk.org/
Support with Neurodiversity
Barnardo's https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/services/tameside-neurodevelopmental-hub
Tameside Offer https://tamesidelocaloffer.co.uk/neurodiversity-in-schools-project/
Healthwatch - Tameside https://tamesidelocaloffer.co.uk/neurodiversity-in-schools-project/
Health and Fitness
Nutrition and Fitness
At Manor Green Primary Academy we feel that it is important to continue to raise awareness of the increasing obesity levels of our children today, across the UK.
Why 5 A Day?
Fruits and vegetables are a great source of vitamins, minerals and fibre, and are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet. Eating plenty of fruit and veg helps keep us healthy, and may reduce the risk of disease and some cancers.
There are lots of varieties of fruit and vegetables to choose from. Even if you’ve got a picky eater on your hands, you’re bound to find something tasty your child will like!
What counts as 5 A Day?
For kids, the amount they should eat depends on their size and age. As a rough guide, one portion is the amount they can fit in the palm of their hand.
Sugar
Kids are getting half of their sugar intake from soft drinks and unhealthy snacks, like cakes and biscuits. It’s time for some food smart choices!
Too much sugar can lead to the build up of harmful fat on the inside that we can’t see. This fat around vital organs can cause weight gain and serious diseases in the future like heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. Having too much sugar can also cause tooth decay.
How much is too much?
4-6 years old – 5 cubes (19 grams)
7-10 years olds – 6 cubes (24 grams)
11+years old – 7 cubes (30 grams)
Exercise
It’s understandable that parents are overwhelmed by their busy lives and also that they are confused due to all the information on proper parenting being aimed at them. The promising notion underlying these questions is that most parents understand the importance of getting their child or children fit. But where to start?
Busy lives become “barriers” to exercise. To help overcome such “barriers” I recommend a simple body weight programme that can be completed at home. There is no need for equipment, machines, or alot of space. This home training programme is great for any child up to 12 years old. Of course, you may have to adjust the intensity level based on your child’s abilities.
Abuse
NSPCC https://www.nspcc.org.uk/
Reporting Abuse https://stopabusetogether.campaign.gov.uk/
Rape Crisis: http://www.rapecrisis.org.uk/