? R U OK? Day – A National Day of Caring

Did you know?
R U OK? Day falls on the second Thursday in September each year. In 2025, it will be on Thursday, 11 September. This national day reminds us all to pause, connect, and spark meaningful conversations with those around us — because a caring question at the right time can change a life.

? What We’re Learning at School

 Our students are discovering how being kind and checking in with others can make our school a happier, safer place. We’re exploring how to:

• Recognise when someone might need help
• Ask “Are you OK?” in a friendly and gentle way
• Listen with care and kindness
• Tell an adult if someone needs extra support

? How Families Can Help at Home

You can help reinforce what we’re doing at school by:

• Talking about feelings – chat about emotions and how you can tell when someone might feel sad, worried or left out.
• Practising kindness – encourage your child to include others in games or conversations, especially those who may seem left out.
• Modelling check-ins – show your child how you ask friends or family if they’re OK, and genuinely listen to their response.
• Reminding them of support people – reassure your child that if they or a friend aren’t OK, they can always speak to you, a teacher, or another trusted adult.

? How This Links with The Resilience Project

 The Resilience Project, which helps students build positive mental health through Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness (GEM). R U OK? Day gives our students a real-life opportunity to practise these skills — showing empathy by checking in on friends, being mindful when listening, and feeling gratitude for the people who care about them.

Celebrating R U OK? Day alongside The Resilience Project gives students real-life ways to practise these skills and helps create a kinder, more supportive school community.

? Why It Matters

Small acts of kindness and listening build a caring school environment where everyone feels safe and valued. Together, we can teach our children that it’s okay to ask for help — and it’s just as important to offer it — not only on Thursday, 11 September 2025, but every day.

If you would like any further information or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Deb Owens

Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader