Yoga & Mindfulness within the School Curriculum

Yoga and Mindfulness as part of your School’s Curriculum

School-based yoga has the ability to improve academic achievement and classroom behaviour, and can result in numerous positive outcomes including improved mood and enhanced cognitive performance.

See below for evidence-based research on the benefits of Yoga for children.

* Our Shaping Health Minds Programme has been designed by our experienced Primary School Teachers & Yoga Teachers.

* Specific objectives to link in to the aims of your school's curriculum.

* Clear path of progression throughout, introducing children, from Foundation stage to Y6, to the practice of Yoga & Mindfulness.

* See our aims and objectives within the Healthy Minds programme here:

If you are interested in bringing Yoga into your school’s curriculum please contact us on info@kidsloveyoga.org.uk

Find out more about our Curriculum Based Yoga & Mindfulness Offerings:

More on The Incredible Benefits of Yoga for Children
Shaping Healthy Minds Yoga & Mindfulness within the Curriculum
Shaping Healthy Minds Programme - aims and objectives
How your School can Fund Yoga and Mindfulness
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How children feel about our yoga sessions...

"I enjoy yoga because it helps me relax. The class is really fun!" Sam.

"I like yoga because it's relaxing and fun. I just wish it could be for longer, I'd take it over basketball any day!" Elsie.

"I like that it helps me relax and calm down after lunch. I also like how it's taught by playing games and stretching." Effie.

Benefits of Yoga for Children - Overview

1. Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Practicing yoga helps children manage and reduce stress and anxiety, promoting a sense of calm. (Source: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.go)

2. Improved Emotional Regulation: Yoga enhances children's ability to regulate their emotions, leading to better behavior and interpersonal relationships. (Source: health.clevelandclinic.org)

3. Enhanced Concentration and Memory: Engaging in yoga activities can boost children's concentration and memory, contributing to improved academic performance.

(Source: azearlychildhood.org)

4. Increased Self-Esteem: Regular yoga practice can boost children's self-esteem, providing them with a sense of personal empowerment. (Source: azearlychildhood.org)

5. Development of Strength and Flexibility: Yoga helps strengthen children's growing bodies and improves their flexibility, which can reduce the chance of injury. (Source: rlychildhood.org)

What Next?

Complete this form or email info@kidsloveyoga.org.uk
stating a few details including dates that you'd like to book our services during the school day.

We can then provide all the info you need to get your school booked onto our schedule.

We can't wait to work with you!