(UK) Leicester: Primary school uses yoga, mediation, and mindfulness to foster a sense of calm

Mar 10, 2018, (UK) Leicester Mercury: Why pupils at Leicester primary school are doing yoga and meditation https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/pupils-leicester-primary-school-doing-1280128 Yoga, meditation and mindfulness are just some of the activities pupils at Eyres Monsell primary have been taking part in. Activities aim to foster a sense of calm and self reflection, as well as making youngsters ready to learn. … At Eyres Monsell, every child takes part in character-building programmes and “mindful moments”. Greater support has also been introduced for staff wellbeing, with training in mental health first aid, yoga and meditation. …