The UNESCO Happy Schools Framework is based around 4 pillars:

People, Process, Place, and Principles. Together, these pillars create a holistic model for embedding well-being and happiness into schools

The four pillars are defined as follows:

• People: This pillar focuses on supportive, collaborative relationships and the overall physical and emotional well-being of the entire school community. How this affects our culture and processes at Clare Mount is that it emphasises positive teacher attitudes, student-teacher trust, and respect for diversity.
• Process: This focuses on our methods of teaching and learning. We aim to create joyful, engaging learning strategies, positive discipline, and managing workloads so that learning remains an inspiring and stress-reduced experience. 
• Place: This Refers to the physical and psychological learning environment. It ensures that Clare Mount is full of safe and welcoming spaces.
• Principles: A focus for our overarching values and school vision. This involves integrating happiness, inclusivity, and holistic personal growth into the core goals at Clare Mount

Click here to hear our headteacher, Mr. Keefe in conversation with UNESCO and two other headteachers about the UNESCO Happy Schools Framework and how it aligns with our school vision.