Feedback can turn frustration into motivation. The right words at the right time help students move from uncertainty to confidence.

The first few minutes of class set the tone for everything that follows. But let’s be honest, most icebreakers feel forced or fall flat. The real question is: which ones actually work with students?

Wellbeing isn’t always visible until it breaks down. A student slumped over a desk surrounded by worried classmates is a reminder: stress and overwhelm walk into the classroom with our students every day. Embedding wellbeing into the curriculum isn’t about extra lessons, it’s about creating spaces where students feel supported before they reach this point.