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2. Limit screen time: Set limits on device I therefore would like to take this

their mental well-being, helping them to usage and encourage students to opportunity to thank you for your support
recharge and improve their overall mood engage in activities that do not involve over the past term, and to
Shaun Stockden
and emotional stability. screens, such as reading, playing board wish you all enjoyable, safe, and above
games, or spending time outdoors. This
all, relaxing break and I look forward to
Additionally, physical health is equally can help welcoming you all back
important, and rest provides an reduce mental stimulation before to school on Monday 15 th April
opportunity for students to recover from bedtime and promote better quality
the physical exertion of daily routines. sleep.
Proper rest enhances the immune help reduce mental stimulation before Shaun Stockden – Headmaster.
system, ensuring that students are ready bedtime and promote better quality
to face the challenges of the upcoming sleep.
school
term. 3. Encourage relaxation techniques:
Teach students simple relaxation

By understanding the benefits of rest for techniques like deep breathing
mental and physical health, primary exercises, meditation, or listening to
students can prioritise their well-being calming music. These techniques can
during the holidays and ultimately reap help them unwind, reduce stress levels,
the rewards in terms of improved and promote a sense of calmness.
academic performance and an overall
4. Create a restful environment: Ensure
sense of well-being.
the holiday environment is conducive to
rest by establishing a quiet and
Now that we have established the
comfortable space for relaxation.
importance of rest for primary students
Encourage students to use this
during the holiday season, it is crucial to
spacefor activities like reading,
explore strategies that can be
listening to music, or simply taking a nap.
implemented to encourage and promote
adequate rest. Incorporating these
strategies into the holiday routine can By implementing these strategies,
help students maximise their relaxation parents and educators can create an
time and reap the benefits of a environment that prioritizes rest
well-rested break. and relaxation for primary students
during the holiday season. Remember, a
1. Establish a consistent sleep schedule:
well-rested student is a
Encourage students to maintain a
happy and successful student.
regular bedtime and wake-up time, even
during the holidays. Consistency in sleep
patterns will help their bodies establish
a natural rhythm and ensure they get
enough restorative sleep.

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