Resilient Kids Academy

03/11/2025

💬 Positive self-talk can change everything!

At Resilient Kids Academy, we love teaching children how to use kind, encouraging words with themselves. 🌟 When kids learn to replace “I can’t” with “I’ll give it a go,” amazing things happen — confidence grows, stress melts away, and challenges start to feel more manageable.

Positive self-talk helps little ones build resilience, stay motivated, and believe in their own abilities — and that’s exactly what we’re all about! 💖

Let’s raise a generation of confident, calm and capable kids who cheer themselves on, no matter what life throws their way.

01/11/2025

💛 Helping Little Ones Handle Big Feelings 💛

Children experience emotions just as deeply as adults — they just don’t always have the words (or tools) to manage them yet.

Here are five simple ways you can help your child when those big emotions come knocking:

🌈 1. Name the feeling – “You’re feeling angry” helps them understand what’s going on inside.
💨 2. Breathe together – try “smell the flower, blow out the candle” to calm body and mind.
🤗 3. Stay close and connected – your calm presence helps them find theirs.
🎨 4. Use play and creativity – drawing, dancing, or playtime can release tricky emotions.
🌟 5. Reflect afterwards – chat gently about what helped, so they learn for next time.

Big feelings don’t have to feel scary — with patience, connection, and understanding, children can grow strong emotional roots that last a lifetime 🌿

Find more tips and support for building calm, confident, and resilient kids at www.resilient-kids-academy.com 💫

28/10/2025

🌟 The Power of Routine: 5 Simple Tips for Families 🌟

1️⃣ Start small – begin with one or two regular habits like bedtime or homework time.
2️⃣ Stay consistent – children feel safe when they know what to expect each day.
3️⃣ Make it visual – use charts or pictures to help younger kids follow along.
4️⃣ Build in downtime – routines aren’t just for work; rest and play matter too!
5️⃣ Be flexible – life happens, so it’s okay to adjust when things change.

A steady routine helps children feel calm, confident and ready for the day ahead 💛
Learn more at resilient-kids-academy.com

26/10/2025

🚨 4 Common Signs of Bullying 🚨

1️⃣ Sudden changes in behaviour – your child may seem more anxious, quiet or withdrawn.
2️⃣ Unexplained injuries – bruises, scratches or torn clothes without a clear reason.
3️⃣ Avoiding school or social situations – not wanting to go to school or be around certain people.
4️⃣ Changes in sleep or appetite – nightmares, difficulty sleeping, or eating much less than usual.

Bullying can happen anywhere — spotting the signs early helps children feel safe and supported 💛
Learn more at resilient-kids-academy.com

24/10/2025

🧠 6 Common Misconceptions About Children’s Mental Health 🧠

1️⃣ Children don’t experience real stress – they can feel it too, even if it looks different.
2️⃣ They’ll grow out of it – without the right support, challenges can carry on into adulthood.
3️⃣ Only “bad” parenting causes problems – mental health is shaped by many different factors.
4️⃣ Children are too young to feel depressed – even little ones can struggle with low mood.
5️⃣ Good grades mean good mental health – a child can do well in school and still be finding things hard.
6️⃣ Boys don’t need to talk about feelings – all children benefit from expressing emotions.

Let’s break the stigma and keep the conversation going 💬💛
Learn more at resilient-kids-academy.com

22/08/2025

22/08/2025

🌊 Riding the Rapids

Supporting your autistic child can feel like navigating choppy waters – but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join our FREE 10-week course for parents and carers of primary-aged children who are autistic or awaiting autism assessment.

Together, we’ll explore practical ways to:
✅ Understand and support your child’s well-being
✅ Reduce stress and distress – for you and your child
✅ Manage distress-related or other behaviours of concern

📅 Starts: 24 September 2025, 12:30 - 2:30pm
📍 Location: Northorpe Hall, Mirfield

🌊 To enquire/register, simply complete the form on our website. You’ll find this here:
https://tinyurl.com/RidingtheRapidz

Alternatively call us on 01924 492183 0r email us using support@northorpe.com and we’ll provide a form for you to complete.

Let’s ride the rapids together – and find calmer waters.

20/08/2025

07/08/2025

05/08/2025

It's ok to be scared!