Space Makers is a resource which has been designed by the Diocese to meet the growing mental health needs of young people. Building on the Mindfulness movement, it also embraces the ancient wisdom of prayer and spirituality in the Christian tradition. Accessible to pupils of all faiths and worldviews, five daily contemplative practices help schools, (both staff and pupils) to develop skills of Stilling, Noticing, Dwelling, Mending and Blessings to assist children in navigating the world around them.

Over 100 schools have now completed the training and are implementing Space Makers, with many reporting the powerful and positive effects that their daily sessions are having on the wellbeing of all those involved.

This course is a practical session which allows delegates space for themselves to experience the practices and to grow in confidence to implement them in their school and deliver them in class.

By the end of this course you will:

 Be equipped to deliver five daily meditative exercises to your class

 Understand the background and purpose of the five practices

 Experience the five practices during the day, and share your experience with other learners

 Be confident to introduce pupils and other members of staff to the practices

 Know how to help young people to lead each of the five practices

 Have evidence for SIAMS of spiritual impact in your school

 Develop your distinctively Christian ethos in an inclusive way

 Know how your local church can support the school

 Be a little more peaceful and anchored in your own life.

ODBE - Space Makers - The contemplative toolkit for schools