Kensington Primary: Beacon Well School

By placing the physical and mental wellbeing of staff and pupils at the centre of decision-making, Well Schools help create environments where young people can thrive and staff feel supported to perform at their best. This approach recognises that wellbeing is not separate from academic success – it underpins it, driving improvements in attendance, behaviour, and attainment.

A Well School still has high expectations, but places just as much emphasis on health and wellbeing as it does on academic performance. It understands that children and young people are more effective learners when they are happy and healthy, and that staff are better educators when they are genuinely supported. Well Schools take care of the health and well-being of their pupils and staff to create a culture which allows everyone to reach their potential.

Kensington Primary is proud to be a Beacon Well School. This case study from Sheffield Hallam University demonstrates the impact of the work. The full research report can be read here: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/media/4ucpy1q3/well-schools-report-2026-final.pdf