Carmel College’s Foundation Learning students continue to benefit from THRIVE, a weekly Girls’ Wellbeing Group designed to help students develop confidence, build meaningful friendships and grow in independence within a welcoming and supportive environment.

Organised by Foundation Learning staff, the group meets every Thursday, providing students with dedicated time to connect with one another, share experiences and take part in activities that support their personal development and wellbeing.

This week’s session focused on body confidence and body awareness in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place throughout October. The session aimed to encourage students to understand their bodies, recognise what is normal for them and become more aware of the importance of checking for changes.

Over hot chocolate and cake kindly provided by Cornerstone Café, the students took part in an interactive true-or-false quiz, exploring the topic in an engaging and accessible way. They also put their creativity to work by designing a TLC (Touch, Look, Check) awareness poster to share important messages with the wider College community.

THRIVE plays a valuable role in supporting students’ emotional wellbeing, helping them develop self-confidence, strengthen friendships and feel valued as individuals. Sessions such as this also provide opportunities to explore important health and wellbeing topics in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

The group reflects Carmel College’s core values of Human Dignity and the Common Good. Human Dignity recognises that every individual is unique and deserves respect, care and compassion, while the Common Good highlights the importance of creating a community where everyone feels supported, included and able to flourish.

Carmel College would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Cornerstone Café Whiston for their continued kindness and generosity in supporting the THRIVE sessions. Their contribution helps make these weekly gatherings extra special, providing students with opportunities to connect, enjoy time together and continue growing in confidence.

Through THRIVE, Carmel College remains committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every student has the opportunity to develop, thrive and reach their full potential.