Studies and observations have shown that:
Children
become calmer and have improved concentration
Children
have more confidence and increased self esteem
It
teaches children to respect others and leads to social inclusion
There
is a reduction in bullying and aggression
Emotional
health improves
It
helps children recognise ‘good’ and ‘bad’
touch
Children
show improved motor skills
It
encourages visual and kinaesthetic learning
The
teacher benefits from all these aspects
Massage
is fun!
The Massage in Schools Programme is being used very successfully
in schools as part of personal, health, social and citizenship education
(PHSCE) and can contribute to the Healthy Schools Award (Emotional
health and well-being). Massage stories and touch activities can
be developed to aid kinaesthetic learning in other curriculum areas.
The MISP benefits children in other settings as it is used by, among
others, Sure Start, The National Pyramid Trust and by project workers
working with the Children’s Fund. The Massage in Schools Programme
has also been presented at DfES Anti-Bullying Conferences.
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