Health and Wellbeing Family Update 5
We hope you have enjoyed the great weather over the last few weeks and are spending
some time exercising outside.
It is great to hear that our pupils are engaging in remote learning – remember you can
do this at the times that best suit your own family and your own needs. This might be
about the number of devices you have in the house or when parents and carers are able
to help. Some of this learning will be about your health and wellbeing, and remember
that if you are finding any of your school work hard then you can still ask your teachers
for support. They will be there to help!
This fifth update gives more advice to families about how to stay healthy during
lockdown – mentally and physically.
Physical Health
Fitness Apps
If you fancy a change from Joe Wicks, you might like to try out one of the many
fitness apps available. This article recommends the “best fitness apps to keep in shape
during lockdown.”
Activities for Younger Children
The pack linked above, called Maypole Madness, has a brilliant list of activities for all
ages during May. For example, on page 8, there is a list of activities linked to sensory
play for young children.
Garden Activities
In the same Maypole Madness pack, on page 6, there is a list of fun garden and outdoor
activities for the whole family. Let’s hope the sun stays out!
Active Schools East Renfrewshire
Please keep checking out our Active Schools Twitter to stay up to date with
their suggestions and especially their weekly sports challenges which are posted every
Wednesday.
Mental Health
The National Parent Forum of Scotland
This group have produced guidance for parents on supporting children’s learning this
term. This includes the key point that “the most important thing is to make sure that
your children and your family are safe and supported to cope with the challenging
circumstances.”
Healthier Minds
Healthier Minds is East Renfrewshire’s guide to supporting the mental wellbeing of
children and young people. The ‘Talking about Covid-19’ section is being updated
regularly by Educational Psychology Service and there are links to other useful
websites. You can find more on Twitter @eastreneps
On the website, you will find a Children’s Guide to Coronavirus produced by the
Children’s Commissioner. Everything is explained in clear, plain language.
We would especially like to draw your attention to a new document which EPS have
created, It’s Normal To Feel Like This… Covid-19: A Guide For Young People. There is
a lot of information available on the different ways we may cope at the moment, but
little on how we might be feeling. This Young Person’s Guide aims to normalise these
feelings.