CHILDREN at a Winsford school have discovered how important it is to look after your mind and body.

Pupils at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School have taken part in a wellbeing week.

Deputy headteacher Amy Butterworth said: "We wanted our pupils to develop their understanding of why wellbeing is so important and how they can equip themselves with the skills to ensure they lead happy and fulfilling lives.

"We used the ‘5 ways to wellbeing’ as our focus, get active, connect, give, keep learning and take notice. A wide range of activities were organised to help develop understanding in each one of these areas and how they can have a positive impact on day to day life."

Every child joined Forest School sessions to encourage them to be aware of their surroundings and connect with the outdoors.

Various sporting events gave youngsters the chance to take part in dance movements, yoga and team games as well as sessions hosted by Brio Leisure.

Librarians encouraged children to share a love of books.

The chaplain from St Nicholas Catholic High School worked with year 5 and 6 pupils and led a guided meditation session.

Children were taught about the function of the brain, healthy eating and positive mind set as well as discussing the impact of social media.

Lee Randle, one of the school's five trained emotional literacy support assistants, introduced songs he has composed to show children that it is OK to feel different emotions.

Pupils raised more than £260 for YoungMinds by donating £1 to dress in yellow as staff raised awareness surrounding mental health.

Mrs Butterfield added: "The week was brought to a close with a wellbeing fair to celebrate the week’s events, which saw a variety of stalls and activities on offer for the children and parents to enjoy. The fair was also used to help signpost parents and carers to local services available in the town.

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"We would like to thank everyone who contributed to making the week such a huge success and hope it will be a springboard to hosting the event annually."