The past few months have been challenging, particularly for children and young people. With schools now open, some teachers may be looking for activities to boost pupils’ wellbeing.

The ideas below can be helpful for all pupils, but particularly if they are finding changes unsettling.

Some of these activities may need to be adapted in line with current government guidance around non-essential contact. Unless otherwise stated, all the options below have ideas for both primary and secondary age groups.

Please visit our Mental Health Resources for Schools page for more advice, guidance and activity ideas for schools on supporting children and young people’s mental health.