Route to Resilience

What is Route to Resilience?

Route to Resilience is an evidence-based approach to support schools and their families in their work on developing the character, resilience and emotional well-being of children and young people. It is funded as part of the NHS Future in Mind program.

Old Mill  became an accredited school in 2019. It also formed the basis for our enhanced Healthy School status in 2020, based on our work relating to Emotional Health and Well-Being.

Children develop character throughout their school journey, with year groups focusing on two key character muscles each year.  Character muscles are referred to in lessons and praise given when evidence of such character development is evidenced. 

Pupils are able to speak knowledgeably about their own character strengths.

Recognition is provided through verbal recognition in lessons, teacher feedback and dojos.

EYFS: Listening and Kindness 

Year 1: Concentration and Politeness

Year 2: Respect and Honesty 

Year 3: Helpfulness and Encouraging

Year 4: Cooperation and Reflective 

Year 5: Confidence and Empathy

Year 6: Role Model and Perseverance