The classroom can feel like a whirlwind some days — busy, noisy, and full of energy. Teachers and nursery staff work tirelessly to support children’s learning and well-being, but with rising expectations, screen time overload, and growing awareness of mental health, many schools and nurseries are now looking for practical ways to help children feel calm, focused, and ready to learn.
That’s where Happy Kids Yoga comes in.
The Growing Need for Mindfulness in Schools
Over the last year, there’s been a big spotlight on children’s mental health. Recent reports show an increase in anxiety, difficulty with emotional regulation, and concentration struggles in younger children — particularly after the disruptions of the past few years.
Schools and nurseries are doing an amazing job, but they can’t do it all. That’s why many are now introducing yoga and mindfulness activities into the school day — simple, effective tools to help children build emotional resilience, reduce anxiety, and improve focus.
What Does Yoga Look Like in a Classroom?
When we say “yoga for kids,” we’re not talking about long, silent meditation sessions. Our sessions at Happy Kids Yoga are fun, playful, and age-appropriate. For nursery and early years, it might be story-based yoga adventures with animal poses and songs. For primary schools, we incorporate breathing exercises, movement games, and short mindfulness breaks that help children self-regulate.
A typical session can last between 20-30 minutes and can easily slot into a PE lesson, a calm-down session after lunch, or even as part of circle time.
Real Benefits for Real Classrooms
Teachers and nursery leaders who’ve introduced yoga and mindfulness often tell us they notice:
✅ Calmer transitions between activities
✅ Improved listening and focus
✅ Children managing their emotions better
✅ Reduced playground conflicts
✅ Happier, more confident children
And it’s not just for the children — staff often say they feel the benefits too!
A Simple Addition to Your Wellbeing Strategy
If your school or nursery is looking for ways to support children’s mental health and emotional development, yoga and mindfulness are easy, cost-effective solutions that can fit into your existing timetable without adding more pressure to your team.
At Happy Kids Yoga, we work directly with schools and nurseries across the UK, delivering sessions on-site or providing training so your staff can run sessions themselves.
Want to find out how yoga could work in your setting?
Get in touch with the Happy Kids Yoga team today to arrange a free taster session or chat about how we can support your pupils’ well-being.
