Implementing Mindfulness in Schools: An Evidence-Based Guide

"An incredibly useful piece of work. It is authoritative, clear, comprehensive and really practical. It will guide the development of mindfulness in education for years to come." @GuyClaxton – Honorary Professor, University of Bristol

The Mindfulness Initiative's latest publication in the field of education is a comprehensive guide written by MI education policy co-leads Professor Katherine Weare and Adrian Bethune after extensive consultation with an expert steering group.

Graphic of the education document

The guide aims to be a key resource for all teachers, educators and SLT members interested in implementing mindfulness within their schools. It covers what mindfulness is (including the neuroscience behind it), the evidence-base and the outcomes of mindfulness in schools for both students and teachers, and the key practical considerations around successfully implementing an ethical and sustainable mindfulness programme within a school setting.

"Deep bow of appreciation for the incredible (elegant and balanced) work of the Mindfulness Initiative." - Jon Kabat-Zinn

"A comprehensive, accessible and inspiring ‘must read’ guide for all schools on a mindfulness journey." Amanda Bailey – Executive Director: Finance & Operations Star Academies

The most recent version, edition 1.2, includes small updates made in 2024.

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A printed version of the Guide is available to purchase through various online retailers including Foyle's, AbeBooks, Amazon, Waterstones, Caversham and CeDe.

You can watch the recording of the launch event in March 2021, here:

Writing: Katherine Weare & Adrian Bethune

Editing: Jamie Bristow & Ruth Ormston

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