All classes in St Mary's are participating in the Reverse The Trend Foundation’s ‘Neuronimo’ programme with the aim of promoting mental wellness in our children. The Reverse The Trend Foundation uses evidence-based neuroscience to tackle these issues. It does not rely on short-term fixes such as limiting screen time. Instead, the ‘Neuronimo’ programme uses evidence supported by Ulster University and the University of Southampton to change behaviour and create healthy habits around mental and physical health.
The children complete short, fun, goal-orientated tasks over a period of 12 weeks. During the programme they are supported online by Neuronimo Ambassadors who help create healthy habits that last a lifetime. The tasks include 3-4 minutes for mental health tasks or 15 minutes for physical activity tasks.
P4 are pictured here participating in their daily activities.
