9-14 years
.breathe is a four-session programme aimed at the school ‘transition’ years of ages 9-14. It can be taught as part of a broader Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education (PSHE) curriculum or as part of a ‘transition-specific’ programme in Years 5-9.
As part of this, .breathe offers an opportunity for both the teacher and students to ‘dip their toes in mindfulness’, exploring the ways in which this might support them through the highs and lows of adolescent life.
Sessions are designed to last between 30 minutes and one hour, to be delivered once a week for four weeks during the period leading up to the end of the final years of primary school or during the first years at secondary school.
Mindfulness for Young People
.breathe is a four-lesson curriculum designed for pupils aged 9-14 to introduce mindfulness and support them during key transition years. Perfect for PSHE lessons, it equips young people with essential tools to manage their well-being while aligning with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) objectives.
Flexible and Adaptable Programme
The .breathe programme consists of four sessions, each lasting between 30 to 60 minutes. Designed with busy school schedules in mind, the lessons are easy to integrate into existing timetables while remaining engaging and accessible for pre-teens and teens.
What Pupils Will Learn
.breathe addresses key challenges faced by young people, using relatable examples and interactive activities to bring mindfulness concepts to life:
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Understanding Stress: Recognising how stress impacts the body and mind.
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Managing Emotions: Practical techniques to handle anxiety, worry, and frustration.
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Improving Sleep: Mindfulness practices to develop healthy, restful sleep habits.
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Fostering Resilience: Building skills to face challenges with calm, confidence, and focus.
Session Highlights
Each lesson includes:
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Brain Exploration: Understanding how the brain shapes thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
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Mindfulness Practices: Simple techniques to calm the mind and develop focus.
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Interactive Discussions: Encouraging reflection and open conversations.
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Animations: Engaging visuals to enhance learning.
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Practical Exercises: Hands-on activities pupils can practise independently.
Key Focus Areas
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Supporting pupils through transition years from primary to secondary school.
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Developing tools for stress reduction and emotional regulation.
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Promoting better time management and healthy habits.
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Enhancing overall well-being in PSHE and SEL learning contexts.
.breathe provides a structured, yet flexible approach to mindfulness, helping young people build resilience, manage stress, and thrive—both inside and outside the classroom.
The Benefits of .breathe
Better Stress
Management
.breathe equips students with tools to understand and manage stress effectively, helping them approach academic and personal challenges with greater ease and clarity.
Enhanced Emotional Resilience
By learning to recognize and regulate their emotions, teens develop resilience and confidence to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence.
Improved
Focus & Sleep
Mindfulness practices taught in .breathe help teens improve concentration during lessons and create healthier routines for better sleep and overall well-being.
Why Choose .breathe for Your School?
.breathe is designed to meet the unique needs of adolescents, making it highly relatable and effective for this age group. Becky Ho, a trained facilitator, brings her experience and nurturing approach to deliver .breathe in a way that empowers students and creates a safe, inclusive environment.
.breathe is perfect for:
Primary &
Secondary Schools
Schools looking to bridge upper primary & early secondary schools.
Youth Groups
& Clubs
Supportive community environments for young people beyond school.
.breathe Curriculum
.breathe is part of the internationally recognised Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP), a global leader in mindfulness education. MiSP’s programs are rigorously researched and based on clinical psychology and neuroscience, ensuring the highest standards for teaching mindfulness to young people.
The .breathe curriculum has been developed to address the unique needs of adolescents during a pivotal stage of their growth. Each lesson introduces mindfulness in a practical and engaging way, helping teens understand their minds, regulate their emotions, and respond thoughtfully to life’s challenges.
By integrating MiSP’s trusted frameworks, .breathe empowers teens with lifelong skills to manage emotions, stay focused, and build resilience in their daily lives.
Each session includes:
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Exploration of the function and structure of key areas of the brain involved in daily experience
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Introductory mindfulness practices
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Animations
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Discussions
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Exercises they can try in their own time
Pricing & Language
Mindfulness programs for schools can be delivered in both English and Chinese.
Fees are based on facilitator’s hourly rate.
The hourly rate depends on the number of lessons needed to deliver the programs.
Please contact us to know more.
