The Smiling Mind Primary School Program is an evidence-based whole-school program that strengthens student wellbeing, educator capability and school culture.
Australian Curriculum V9 Aligned
Evidence-Based, Psychologist Designed
Independently Evaluated by ACER
Whole-School Approach
Flexible Implementation
Eligible schools receive two years of fully funded, evidence-based social and emotional learning support to strengthen whole-school wellbeing.
This opportunity is made possible thanks to philanthropic support, and participation is entirely optional and not connected to a school’s relationship with Eat Up or access to Eat Up support.
Children and young people reached
Australian schools have participated
App downloads supporting learning beyond the classroom
of educators report positive benefits for their students
Build student wellbeing and readiness to learn
Strengthen educator capability and confidence
Support staff wellbeing through practical everyday tools
Create a shared language across school and home
Embed sustainable wellbeing practices
Children's mental wellbeing underpins their ability to learn, build relationships and thrive at school. Co-designed with psychologists and educators, the Smiling Mind Primary School Program brings an evidence-based Mental Fitness Model to classrooms, teaching the skills proven to enhance mental wellbeing for students and teachers.
Successful schools receive two years of fully funded access to the Smiling Mind Primary School Program digital platform, including:
120 curriculum-aligned lessons across Years 1-6 that build social and emotional skills and support emotional regulation, resilience, focus and social connection
Brain Breaks for Foundation-Year 2 to help students regulate, reset and refocus
Ready-to-use classroom resources that make implementation simple for educators
Professional learning and implementation support to build staff confidence
Family engagement resources to reinforce learning beyond the classroom.
