On January 8th, Ridley welcomed Professor Lea Waters (PhD) back to campus for three days of faculty and staff professional development. The sessions are an ongoing part of our school’s mission to ‘inspire flourishing lives’ through the implementation of positive psychology frameworks. Watch phase two overview video.

Phase two began with the Living Library, which is Ridley’s version of the Visible Wellbeing™ Showcase. At the start of the term, faculty and staff members gathered in the Great Hall to share activities and practices they’re using to help Visible Wellbeing™ permeate throughout the school. Examples of gratitude circles and strength spotting demonstrated how implementing a small but positive change can make a big impact on the well-being of Ridley’s community. Watch the Living Library video.

Following the Living Library, Professor Waters remained on campus, educating both faculty and staff on new pathways to well-being. Members of our professional community were guided through interactive and collaborative workshops, allowing for connections to be made and Visible Wellbeing™ to come alive.

To conclude her visit, Dr. Waters sat down with Headmaster, Ed Kidd and provided an update on Ridley’s journey and shared her vision for the future of our partnership. Watch an update from Headmaster Kidd and Professor Waters.

As Ridley progresses through the pathways of her proven programme, we anticipate that students and adults alike will build a robust toolkit to employ now and into the future. View photos.