Progression Step 3 · Ages 8–11

Health & wellbeing

Mental Health Basics – Talk, Help & Balance

Normalise talking about feelings and knowing where to get help.

Curriculum map: Health and Well-being AoLE · PS3

Mental health is part of overall health – everyone has ups and downs.

Everyday strategies

Sleep, movement, hobbies, time with trusted people, limit doom-scrolling.

Getting help

Trusted adult at home/school; know that asking for help is strength.

Who can you talk to if you feel stuck?

Parent/carer, teacher, friend, school support – trusted adults.

Practice

  1. 1. Name two healthy ways to manage stress.

  2. 2. Why ask for help early?