Mindfulness and Wellbeing

  • 28 Nov 2025

    A reflective look at teamwork, collaboration and what comes next

    As the final weeks of term unfold, it is a valuable opportunity for us as exam officers to step back and consider the bigger picture - not just what was achieved, but how it was achieved. Behind every deadline met and timetable managed lies a lot of collaboration, communication, and daily problem-solving.

    Now is traditionally the time to reflect on those working relationships, notice what supported your role, and recognise where things could run more smoothly next time.

    We are continually preparing – and responding. We work not only with awarding bodies and admin teams but also with senior leaders, pastoral staff, parents, and teachers.

    So before you rush into January planning, take a moment to reflect:
     

    What worked, what didn’t — and how can you carry those insights forward into the new year?

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  • 01 Nov 2025

    How to show gratitude and give back: Meaningful ways to appreciate centre staff

    November is the perfect moment to pause and recognise the people who have worked alongside you to keep things moving. It’s an opportunity to show your appreciation for the effort others have put into support, assist and keep you going.

    So much of what makes a school successful happens behind the scenes - and often without thanks.

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  • 28 Sep 2025

    Why thinking skills matter just as much as subject skills in exam prep

    As exam officers, our role is often seen as logistical—making sure the right papers are in the right rooms, at the right time, with the right invigilators. But if you look a little wider, you’ll see something more: we’re also part of a much bigger mission—to help every student show what they’re capable of in the fairest possible conditions.

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  • 30 Aug 2025

    Start as you mean to go on: A mindful approach to the new exam year

    As September comes around, exam officers are back at the heart of school life - organising and coordinating things for the year ahead. It needs focus, accuracy and patience. But in the rush to get everything done, it’s easy to put your own wellbeing at the bottom of the list.

    This year, as you settle back into things, consider a more mindful approach - one that helps you stay focused, grounded, and ready for the academic year ahead.

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  • 31 Jul 2025

    Success is not just about grades...is it?

    As a school or college, you will be focussed on helping your students to get the best grades possible at exam time. But we all know that come results day, some will not have achieved the levels both you and they might have liked or expected. 

    Is this the right time to see a bigger picture. Is this an opportunity to reflect too on the personal growth that might have been gained? Is exam success more than just grades on paper?

     

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  • 25 Jun 2025

    Your 7-Step Summer Survival Strategy

    One of my most popular NAEO summer conference workshops was when I talked about ‘finding our nothing’ to re-fill our energy tanks.

    In recent weeks, I’ve noticed many neuro-scientists recommending  ‘nothing’ as good for our brain. So, this month, as many of us are crashed out after the long slog to exams, I’ve put together ‘Your 7-Step Summer Survival Strategy!’  -  which includes seven ideas to prompt you to take care and look after yourself.

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