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Thriving Minds Program

Positive Minds Australia

Thriving Minds is a wellbeing and SEL program to support R-6 whole-school wellbeing through five core principles: connection, courage, compassion, character, and composure.

  • Online

Pricing: Paid

Origin: Developed in Australia for Australian schooling contexts

Product type: Program; Student activities; Professional learning; Whole school approach or initiative; Educator wellbeing resources or services; Learning modules

Contact details

Positive Minds Australia
ABN: 00 959 728 160

https://positivemindsaustralia.com.au/thriving-minds-course-sample/

madhavi@positivemindsaustralia.com.au

Focus areas

  • Positive relationships

  • Belonging and inclusion

  • Bullying and cyber-bullying

  • Mental health literacy and life skills

  • Self-regulation and engagement

  • Resilience and optimism

Curriculum alignment

  • Health and PE

  • Humanities and Social Science

Prospective users

Audience: Whole school universal (Tier 1), Whole class universal (Tier 1), Targeted small group early intervention (Tier 2), Intensive individualised approach (Tier 3)

Context: School or centre-based, E-schools

Main beneficiaries: Foundation/Prep, Year 1, Year 2, Year 4, Year 6

Delivery style: Classroom teacher is trained

Aims & approach

Thriving Minds has been purposely designed to address day-to-day challenges in schools and lead teachers, students and parents on a path to stronger relationships, increased happiness and improved productivity.

  • Aligned with the Australian Curriculum: designed for Reception to Year 6.
  • Five Core Principles: connection, courage, compassion, character, and composure.
  • Key Learning Outcomes: fosters friendships, emotional intelligence, confidence, fellowship, and wellbeing.
  • Easy Implementation: delivered online with structured weekly lessons, requiring little to no teacher preparation.
  • Comprehensive Support: includes professional development for educators and online workshops for parents.
  • Whole-School Approach: nurtures authentic teaching, enhances student outcomes, and supports the entire school community.

Implementation support

  • Ongoing helpdesk, email or phone support
  • Regular webinars or access to community of professional practice

Evidence

The program is based on the CASEL theoretical framework, positive psychology and self-determination theory. It is supported by positive testimonials.