Overview and Key Aspects of
Each Element

Overview of the Wellbeing Framework

The Mulgrave Primary School Wellbeing Framework has been developed to provide a clear, structured approach to supporting the development of every student, ensuring they can thrive in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. The Wellbeing Framework is underpinned by five key elements that reflect the schools’ commitment to fostering a culture of wellbeing.

Positive Relationships and Inclusion are central to creating a sense of belonging, promoting inclusion, supporting diversity and building mutual respect within the school community.

Social and Emotional Learning equips students with the skills to successfully identify and manage emotions, build resilience and maintain healthy relationships.

Student Voice, Agency and Leadership empowers students to actively participate in decision-making within the community, fostering confidence and a sense of ownership for their learning.

Community Engagement strengthens partnerships between the school, families and the broader community, ensuring a collective approach to supporting student learning and wellbeing.

Health, Welfare and Safety ensures that all students are protected, supported and given the resources they need to succeed.

Together, these elements form a comprehensive framework that guides the school in nurturing the academic, social and emotional growth of every student. 

Differentiation

Given the diverse needs of students at different ages, two models of the Wellbeing Framework have been developed; the Junior School Wellbeing Framework (Prep – Year 2) and Senior School Wellbeing Framework (Years 3 – 6).

Designed to meet the unique developmental needs of younger students, the Junior School Wellbeing Framework focuses on fostering emotional, social and cognitive growth appropriate for their stage of development.

At this stage, children are learning to manage their emotions, build friendships and understand their role within a community. The framework focuses on five key elements—Friendship, Emotions, Voice, Community and Safety—
that help students develop emotional resilience, social skills and a sense of belonging. These elements are designed to support younger students as they navigate the early years of their educational journey.

In contrast, the Senior School Wellbeing Framework is structured around the more complex needs of older students, who are focused on developing greater independence, academic resilience and preparing for life beyond school.

While both frameworks share an emphasis on wellbeing, the Junior School Wellbeing Framework is more centred on fostering emotional security, building peer relationships and creating a safe environment, whereas the Senior School Wellbeing Framework places greater focus on preparing students for future challenges, decision-making and managing the pressures of academic and social expectations.

These differences reflect the distinct needs of students at various stages of their development, ensuring that the appropriate support is provided at each stage of their educational experience.