Intentional Stillness: What is Intentional Stillness Primary
The introductory lesson for the Intentional Stillness curriculum explores the concept of stillness as a deliberate, purposeful practice rather than simply the absence of activity. Students discover why intentional stillness matters in today's fast-paced, always-on world and are introduced to foundational stillnessconcepts.
Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1:
Define intentional stillness and distinguish it from passive rest or inactivity
Outcome 2:
Understand the benefits of stillness for mental and physical wellbeing
Outcome 3:
Experience a simple stillness practice and reflect on the experience
Outcome 4:
Identify personal barriers to stillness and begin to address them
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Contributing Experts
People who helped produce this lesson.
Amy Bradshaw
Amy Bradshaw is an strategic school leader with 20+ years experience. Multi Academy Trust Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead and teaching experience at every stage. Qualified Mindfulness practitioner for adults and children and Bounce Forward Associate Trainer. Amy is passionate about making mental health the golden thread that runs through the heart of school and communities.
About the Organisation
Bounce Forward is a registered charity on a mission to transform how we think about mental health, shifting the narrative from deficit and crisis to strength, prevention, and psychological fitness. They create evidence-based programmes, curricula, and training that give young people, school staff, and the adults around children the knowledge, language, and daily habits to build genuine mental resilience. From whole-staff training to five-year school curricula, everything they do is practical, grounded in science, and designed to make a lasting difference not just in the moment, but across a lifetime.