Children’s wellbeing: Connecting mind, body and spirit

Children’s wellbeing: Connecting mind, body and spirit

PRESENTED BY: KAREN WARRINGTON

The Early Years Learning Framework reminds us that ‘children’s learning is dynamic, complex and holistic', where ‘physical, social, emotional, personal, spiritual, creative, cognitive and linguistic aspects of learning are all intricately interwoven and interrelated’. The principles of Belonging, Being and Becoming provide us with a reference to attend to one of the key Learning Outcomes integral to the holistic development of children – that of wellbeing.  With wellbeing underpinning our pedagogy and practice, we enable children to engage in the learning environment with confidence and a sense of positivity. Recognising the increasing importance of the mental health and wellbeing of children in research and international policy frameworks, together we will consider the important role that significant adults play in influencing the lives of children - nurturing the mind, body and spirit of all within our care.   

Completing Children's wellbeing; Connecting mind, body, and spirit will contribute one hour of PD addressing the following Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and aligns with NESA Elective PD.

Professional knowledge:
APST 1: Know students and how they learn
APST 2: Know the content and how to teach it
Professional practice:
APST 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning 
APST 4: Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
Professional engagement:
APTS 6: Engage in professional learning 

For information regarding teacher registration and accreditation, contact the teacher registration board/institute in your state.

This webinar also aligns with:

Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

QA 1: Educational Program and Practice
QA 2: Children’s Health and Safety 
QA 5: Relationships with children