Jerry Clay Academy students engage in YPO’s new ‘Craft and Chat’ booklet to open up about their feelings
Crafting can significantly help children open up, as it creates a relaxed environment to discuss their emotions.
The seven-page booklet includes activities like creating a “calm book” to identify things that make them feel happy and relaxed, meditation tips, and a task to draw their “safe adults,” helping children recognise who they can turn to for support.
YPO celebrated the launch of its new booklet by hosting a ‘Craftathon’ event at the academy. The day-long event saw pupils from all year groups engage in various crafting activities, completing the booklet while opening up about their feelings.
The initiative focused on championing mental wellbeing, making it a central theme of the school day. By participating in creative activities, pupils were encouraged to recognise and discuss their emotions.
Tony Palin, Deputy Headteacher at Jerry Clay Academy said, “Encouraging children to have an open and healthy attitude towards mental wellbeing is crucial. This event is a step in the right direction towards improving their understanding of emotions. It was fantastic to see pupils of all ages engaging in these conversations creatively.”
The ‘Craftathon’ marked a significant step forward in promoting mental health awareness and emotional openness among students, setting a positive tone for future initiatives.
Since 2022, YPO has partnered with the NSPCC. In 2024, it reached a significant milestone, raising over £100,000 for the charity. This achievement is another example of YPO’s ongoing commitment supporting the NSPCC’s vital mission.
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