My Happy Mind

myHappymind is a fully digital learning programme, taught by teachers, with the core plan consisting of 20-minute sessions for children in years 1 to 5. Lessons are taught once per week on a Monday morning, but the principles the children are taught, such as happy breathing, are embedded throughout the school day at all times. myHappymind is taught to every child in school.

There are 13 additional lessons and activities for children undergoing the transition from year six to secondary school and other resources are available on demand. All the content is presented in a colourful, child-friendly manner and lessons are engaging and enjoyable. Each child in school has their own special, colour-printed journal that they work through throughout the year. 

All of our staff have access to a CPD-certified digital wellbeing course, and parents can access an app to understand the content their children are being taught and support their child's journey. This systemic approach enables maximum engagement with our school community, supports patient and public engagement, and ensures sustainability.

Meet Your Brain: Understanding how your brain works and how to ensure we look after it so that we can manage our emotions and be at our best. Growth mindset is a key part of this too

Celebrate: Understanding your unique character strengths and learning to celebrate them. This is a fantastic module for building selfesteem

Appreciate: Understanding why gratitude matters and how you can develop gratitude as a habit. Gratitude is key to well-being and resilience and we're all about making it a habit!

Relate: Understanding why positive relationships matter and how to build them. We're focussed on the building blocks of good relationships and friendships

Engage: Understanding how to set meaningful goals that matter and how to keep resilient in times of challenge. This module is all about building self-esteem and resilience too

The myHappymind parental app is available for all parents at Arden. The app helps the whole school community to embed a systematic approach, where parents can use and learn the same strategies with children at home as we do in school! 

To access these materials, just go to https://myhappymind.org/parent-resources and enter your name, email, and authentication code. 

Welcome to the MyHappyMind Parent App

Supporting Our Pupils' Mental Wellbeing

At Arden, we are committed to nurturing the mental health and emotional wellbeing of our pupils. As part of our involvement with myHappymind, we are proud that all of our parents have access to the MyHappyMind Parent App. This innovative tool is designed to help parents support their children's mental wellbeing at home, complementing the MyHappyMind curriculum we teach at school.

What is the MyHappyMind Parent App?

The MyHappyMind Parent App is a comprehensive platform that provides parents with insights and strategies to nurture their child's mental wellbeing. Based on scientific research and psychological principles, the app offers a structured programme that aligns with the lessons your child receives in school through MyHappyMind. This alignment ensures a consistent reinforcement of positive habits and behaviours both at school and at home.

Key Benefits of the MyHappyMind Parent App

1. Enhanced Emotional Awareness:  
The app assists you in understanding and addressing your child's emotional needs, promoting a better grasp of their feelings and behaviours. This emotional awareness is crucial in creating a supportive environment where your child feels understood and valued.

2. Building Resilience:  
MyHappyMind equips you with practical strategies to help your child navigate challenges and setbacks, fostering resilience. By learning to recover from difficulties, your child will be better prepared to face future obstacles with confidence and optimism.

3. Developing Positive Habits:  
Our app encourages the development of positive habits through engaging activities and routines that can be integrated into daily life. These habits support your child's mental health, helping them cultivate a balanced and positive mindset.

4. Strengthening Bonds:  
By working through the MyHappyMind programme together, you'll strengthen your relationship with your child. The shared experiences and open dialogues promoted by the app nurture a deeper connection and mutual trust.

5. Staying Informed:  
The app features a library of articles, videos, and expert tips on various aspects of child development and mental wellbeing. This resource empowers you with the knowledge to support your child's growth effectively.

6. Consistency with School Learning:  
The app complements the MyHappyMind curriculum taught in our school, ensuring consistency in your child's learning environment. This alignment reinforces the skills and concepts taught at school, making it easier for your child to internalise and practise them.

How Can It Help Your Child?
By using the app, you are investing in your child's mental wellbeing, helping them develop:

- Self-Awareness: Understanding their own emotions and behaviours.
- Emotional Regulation: Managing their emotions in a healthy way.
- Growth Mindset: Embracing challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.
- Mindfulness: Staying present and focused in the moment.
- Empathy: Understanding and valuing the feelings of others.

Join Us!
We invite you to join us in our mission to support the mental wellbeing of all children at Arden by using the MyHappyMind Parent App. Together, we can work to build a foundation of mental wellbeing that will benefit your child for years to come.

Download the MyHappyMind Parent App now and take the first step towards nurturing your child's mental health and happiness!

For more information, please contact Mrs Terry, our Senior Mental Health Lead.