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Teacher wellbeing toolkit: start the school year well

The start of a new school year brings fresh opportunities, as well as new challenges. Taking time to focus on your wellbeing now can help you build healthy habits that support you throughout the year.

This toolkit brings together practical, evidence-informed resources to help you protect your mental health, manage everyday pressures and thrive throughout the school year.

Download the toolkit below and share it with your team to start a conversation about mental health in your school or college.

Need to talk? Our free, confidential emotional support helpline is available 24/7: 08000 562 561

Managing return-to-work anxiety
7 ways to start your year well
Retain your joy and stay well: advice for early career teachers
How to re-charge in 3 minutes or less: a reflection exercise
The building blocks of good mental wellbeing
5 ways teachers can regulate their nervous system during stressful school days
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Setting boundaries: a guide for staff in schools
Window of tolerance
Teacher burnout: identifying the causes and protecting yourself
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