Thrive Approach

Last Friday, we celebrated the incredible contribution teaching assistants make to children's lives every day.

For those looking to deepen their understanding of wellbeing, relationships and child development, our Wellbeing Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship offers a dedicated funded pathway for professional development.

Designed specifically for teaching assistants, the programme provides practical, evidence-informed strategies to help support children's social and emotional development while strengthening your confidence and professional practice.

Discover how you can make an even greater difference.

Apply by 29 October to join our autumn cohort. Find out more and secure your place via the link: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yB8Qn0

Teaching assistants are at the heart of school communities.

Through the everyday moments of encouragement, understanding and support, they help children develop confidence, resilience and a sense of belonging.

Today, we're celebrating and thanking teaching assistants everywhere for the invaluable role they play in helping children thrive.

Happy National Teaching Assistants' Day.

Behaviour can look very different depending on where you're standing.

85% of leaders describe their school as calm and orderly most or every day. Only 51% of teachers agree.

Different experiences can create different perceptions, and those perceptions can shape behaviour conversations, relationships and culture across a school.

Join us for a free webinar as we explore the behaviour gap and discuss practical ways to build greater understanding and consistency across your setting.

📅 6 October | 4pm to 4.45pm

Sign up here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yyvKV0

We're delighted to be exhibiting at the National Education Show Cardiff on 2 October 2026, stand number 177!

Visit our stand to explore how Thrive supports schools to strengthen wellbeing, build positive relationships and help children feel ready to learn.

Whether you're already part of the Thrive community or are curious to find out more, we'd love to chat.

See you in Cardiff!

Learn more about the show here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yqWLB0

Many teachers report feeling confident managing behaviour. Yet schools are still navigating the impact that repeated incidents can have on staff time, wellbeing and capacity.

Our latest blog explores why confidence is only part of the picture, and how recognising need earlier may help reduce the need for repeated interventions.

Read it here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yl-qw0

Preparing your inclusion strategy?

Our editable IMF Strategy Planning Tools help primary and secondary schools bring together the key information needed before completing their published strategy.

Use the tool to capture your school context, identify barriers to learning and participation, map investment priorities and plan intended outcomes.

Download the planning tool: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y76Pf0

Final ever cohort: Thrive Wellbeing Leadership Level 5 Apprenticeship

Gain a dual qualification through one programme:
- Thrive Licensed Practitioner
- Level 5 Operations Manager qualification

Develop your leadership skills while building practical expertise in wellbeing, inclusion and the social and emotional development of children and young people.

14 months | £9,000 through the Growth & Skills Levy

Limited places remain. Applications close 18 October.

Apply via the link below: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yjzmc0

Grief is now part of RSHE. But the bigger question for schools isn't just what to teach about grief. It's how to support children when they're living through it.

Every child experiences loss differently. Understanding what they need, noticing when something has changed and responding with care can make all the difference.

Read our latest blog to explore the new guidance and practical ways schools can support children experiencing grief and bereavement.

Read more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yg0Tj0

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Creating a culture of care means looking out for one another beyond the surface level. Today, we're encouraging open conversations around mental health, empathy and seeking support whenever it's needed.

To anyone silently fighting a battle they don't talk about: your presence matters, your story isn't over, and support is out there when you're ready.