Getting ready for Thrive - 27 Apr 2026

At Cross Keys Learning, Thrive sessions provide a safe and supportive space where our young people can explore their emotions, build confidence and develop strategies to help them manage everyday challenges.
Our sessions are designed to be engaging, practical and enjoyable. Through a range of activities, students are encouraged to express themselves, work through feelings and develop important life skills in ways that feel natural and accessible.
This week we’re preparing:

• board games to develop emotional literacy and communication.
• practical STEM activities to build confidence, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• resources to help students explore emotions, recognise triggers and develop coping strategies

While these activities may look simple, each one is carefully selected and adapted to meet individual students’ needs, supporting them to develop resilience, strengthen relationships and grow in independence.
Learning through fun, shared experiences helps students feel relaxed and more open to talking, reflecting and building positive relationships. And yes… if you happen to see me testing out the play-doh, it’s all part of the planning process!
If you would like to find out more about Thrive and how we support wellbeing in school, please feel free to get in touch