In this episode of the Well-Led Schools podcast, we welcome Tony Cox, founder of Wellbeing Education Solutions, to discuss the important topic of student wellbeing. Tony shares his insights on why prioritising wellbeing isn't just beneficial for students but also makes teachers' jobs easier. When students feel supported, engaged, and emotionally secure, they perform better, reducing the strain on teachers. 

Likewise, when educators experience high levels of wellbeing, they are more effective in managing classrooms, fostering positive learning environments, and supporting their students. The episode dives into the interconnected nature of staff and student wellbeing and offers practical strategies for creating a thriving culture of wellbeing within schools.

In this episode, we cover:

• The interplay of staff and student wellbeing and why it’s critical we focus on both at the same time
• Why effective wellbeing approaches should be holistic, proactive and embedded within a school’s culture, rather than s a topical solution
• How we can approach wellbeing education for kids in schools
• The value of building self-awareness and emotional intelligence at a young age so students can be empowered to grow and thrive
• How schools and teachers can contribute towards creating a culture of wellbeing
• How to involve parents and the school community in the process of fostering a school culture of wellbeing

About Tony Cox: 

Tony Cox is the founder of Wellbeing Education Solutions, an organisation dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of both students and educators. With over 25 years of experience as an educator, Tony has taught across various levels, from primary to tertiary, and served in leadership roles, including Deputy Principal. After experiencing burnout, Tony stepped away from education and embarked on a personal journey of health and fitness, becoming a certified health and wellbeing coach.

Upon his return to the education sector, Tony focused on helping educators and school communities foster wellbeing, drawing on his expertise in Positive Education, NLP, coaching, and counseling. He has since established Wellbeing Education Solutions, providing consulting, coaching, and support to schools  across Australia. Tony's mission is to empower individuals to achieve peak personal and professional wellbeing, grounded in values of gratitude, respect, authenticity, care, and excellence.

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Connect with Tony via:

His website: https://wellbeingeducationsolutions.com.au/ 

Email: tony@wellbeingeducationsolutions.com.au 

Connect with me via:

My website: http://adriennehornby.com.au 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/ 

Email: hello@adriennehornby.com.au