LAURISTON’S 8 DOMAINS

Self-awareness

Self-awareness involves being aware of different aspects of personality including beliefs, strengths, weaknesses, behaviours and feelings. As self-awareness develops, we learn to make changes to thoughts and interpretations in the mind, developing resilience, selfconfidence and a sense of optimism.

Positive direction

Lauriston teaches an understanding and management of self to achieve individual goals. We focus on what motivation is and how to practice motivational strategies and stay in the flow. We focus on understanding the importance of self-regulation and having a balance in life.

Healthy holistic habits

Everyday we must build habits to balance our physical, mental and emotional needs so they are engrained in daily life. At Lauriston, this includes a focus on the importance of a positive body image, being mindful and understanding the importance of nutrition and exercise.

Emotional awareness

Developing emotional awareness means becoming aware of emotions in such a way that we know why we are feeling bad or experiencing different feelings. We focus on being able to label a range of and differentiate between emotions. Understanding what triggers emotional responses, appreciating the role of humour and gratitude.

Positive relationships

Through building positive relationships with others, we are happier and fulfilled and feel supported and connected. We explore empathy, kindness, forgiveness and assertiveness as the building blocks for developing healthy relationships.

Role modelling

Young people need role models, and often take them from pop culture, family or teachers. Role model education is effective because it bridges the gap between the ideal and reality. We also focus on understanding different personality types and how these impact relationships, how values drive behaviours and how to manage conflict.

Mindsets

Mindsets are beliefs about our qualities such as personality, talent and intelligence. Some people believe these traits are set but at Lauriston we know these qualities can be developed through effort and dedication. Through a focus on the growth mindset we seek to develop grit and perseverance, the benefit of failing and the understanding of accomplishment.

Looking outward

Lauriston’s wellbeing program in the Junior School is underpinned by eight key elements that our bespoke research has found contribute to student wellbeing. Our 8 Domains are purposefully embedded throughout all learning experiences across the School to support the flourishing of all students. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Looking outward helps students to identify issues when working with others and to also consider other people and cultures in life. We create opportunities to be involved in the community to enables our girls to understand different perspectives, provide a sense of purpose and the opportunity to learn about their strengths and capacities to contribute to a greater cause.