RSE Day is fast approaching (25 June). We are excited to see how schools will celebrate the day. You will find lots of FREE engaging resources on the website for primary and secondary age pupils and families.
We hope many of you will support children to learn and sing our special Nottingham RSE Day song, ‘It Begins With Me’. The song has been written by Nottingham children and young people and will be performed live on RSE Day. You can find the lyrics and backing track on the RSE Day website.
Don’t forget to let us know you are taking part by adding your school or organisation to our RSE Day map.
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Looking for practical ideas to support your Achieve Well Award journey? Schools can use the Awards Padlet to access shared examples, resources, and support.
One good practice example from Middleton Primary and Nursery School shows how Zones of Regulation can support a wider wellbeing and behaviour approach. Their approach includes staff training, a pupil launch day, parent information, wellbeing ambassadors, calm corners, displays and regular check ins, helping children understand emotions, recognise what they need and get ready to learn. Access the Padlet.
Not taken part in the Awards yet? We are taking on 15 new schools this year. To learn more and secure your place, join our briefing on 1 July by registering here: Register for the awards briefing
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We were delighted to visit Berridge Primary School recently to present certificates to children who took part in this year’s Robin Walks Notts challenge.
Across the three-week challenge, part of the Walk Notts festival and the Achieve Well Challenges programme, 1,328 children took part logging an impressive 541,480 active minutes between them, a fantastic achievement by everyone involved. It was a pleasure to recognise pupils and staff for their contribution to the challenge, and to celebrate the enthusiasm shown throughout.
A big thank you to Nottingham Forest Community Trust for helping make the visit so special and for supporting efforts to inspire children to stay active, make healthy choices and develop positive habits for their health and wellbeing.
Are you a Nottingham city primary school interested in taking part in our next challenge? The Sheriff’s Challenge launches this September. Register your interest here or sign up using the App link.
For more information contact: achievewell@nottinghamcity,gov,uk
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The Achieve Well Team are launching a new PSHE Ambassador Programme in September to help you bring pupil voice into PSHE in a practical and manageable way.
We offer training and practical guidance to school staff, enabling you to lead a structured ambassador programme in your own setting. Your PSHE ambassadors identify what matters most to their peers and contribute to a curriculum that reflects your school’s needs and context.
Through this approach, pupils take on meaningful leadership roles; gathering views, sharing insights and helping to strengthen PSHE delivery.
What’s included?
At the training you will receive all the resources and guidance needed to roll out the programme in your school:
- Helpful reference manual – a complete ‘how-to’ guide
- Materials to recruit your ambassadors
- Slides to train your ambassadors
Why take part?
This programme helps schools create a strong culture of pupils voice. With structured guidance and helpful resources, you won’t need to start from scratch; everything is designed to make delivery simple, effective and impactful.
There are multiple dates but limited spaces so sign up here to avoid disappointment!
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Nottingham City schools and education settings can now apply for the Achieve Well Grant Scheme 2026/27.
Funding of up to £10,000 is available to support projects that promote healthy eating, physical activity, and other priority areas from their health and wellbeing survey that have links to eating and moving. This is a competitive process and grants will be made to those who best meet the outlined criteria.
Access the guidance and application form here.
29 Nottingham professionals joined us for our Health and Wellbeing Survey 2025 sharing event on 10 June. Last year's survey captured the views of 3,423 children and young people from primary and secondary schools across Nottingham City. You can explore last year's survey results here.
The survey is primarily designed for Year 6 and Year 10 pupils, though it can be delivered with other year groups where needed. It can be completed online or on paper and takes around one hour. Each participating school receives a detailed individual report, including comparisons with city-wide data to support planning.
Following feedback from schools and partners, the survey has been reviewed and updated for 2026, ensuring it remains relevant and meaningful.
Schools can sign up here, visit our website for more information, or contact us directly with any questions.
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A bike bus is a simple way for parents and volunteers to support children’s health and wellbeing on the journey to school. A bike bus, or bike train, is a group cycle ride that follows a set route, picking up children and families at agreed points along the way. Often led by parents, it helps children build physical activity into their day, arrive feeling energised and reduce traffic around the school gates.
In Sherwood, Nottingham, local mum Hayley started a bike bus to help children cycle to Haydn Primary School safely. What began with one or two families has now grown to more than 20 riders. Hayley said the smiles on the children’s faces make it all worthwhile. Volunteers also help bring the bike bus to life. Samuel Shoesmith voluntarily supports the ride with a sound system trailer, creating a fun and positive start to the day with feel good music. The Walk Wheel Cycle Trust offers a FRideDays Bike Bus resource pack, including guidance and materials such as marshal tabards.
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As part of the Walk Notts May Festival, schools across Nottingham have been taking part in Robin Walks Notts, helping pupils move more, feel well and build healthy habits.
Together, pupils have achieved over 540,440 active minutes, showing a fantastic commitment to health, wellbeing and active lifestyles. Activities have included walking, PE, dancing, swimming, active lessons, sports and short movement breaks.
A huge well done to all pupils and staff who have taken part.
Schools can now sign up for the year long Sheriff’s Challenge, with mini challenges across the year to help pupils stay active, develop healthy habits and enjoy moving together. Click here to register your interest. The Sheriffs Challenge 26/27 EOI
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Join Nottinghamshire Police for a webinar designed for anyone living or working with young people who have a strong interest in computers and technology, but may be at risk of exploitation or becoming involved in cybercrime.
The session will cover the referral process and provide practical guidance on supporting individuals with advanced digital skills, helping to channel their abilities in a positive and legal direction.
What you’ll gain:
- Insight into current cyber risks and threats facing young people
- Understanding of how and why some young people become involved in cybercrime
- Guidance on early intervention and risk management
- An introduction to the Cyber Choices programme, which supports young people to use their skills safely and legally
This webinar will equip parents, carers, and professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognise risk, offer support, and help young people build a safe and successful future in the digital world.
Sign up to the virtual webinar!
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