Massage in Schools Programme

So far the programme has had great success for children as well as for their parents and teachers. And why is that so? Because human beings need touch for their healthy development. Children doing the simple routine of our programme lower their stress levels, increasing their chance for better concentration at school and better sleep at home.

What is it?

It's a fully clothed, well-structured yet simple peer massage and is:

For children 4-12 years old
Given and received with the child’s & parents permission
Given by the children, to each other
On the back, head, arms and hands
10-15 minutes or less daily
All children ask permission from each other before they start and say ‘thank you’ to their partner at the end.
Learnt gradually- normally building up over a period of 6 weeks for an hour per week, but can be fast-tracked

The programme is an effective tool for improving child mental health and has had positive benefits for the children participating, such as improved concentration and increased confidence.

Children are empowered to make choices and they develop respect for the needs and feelings of others.

Members of the school community and parents are consulted before implementing the Massage in Schools Programme, which links to aspects of the school curriculum.

Positive touch activities also contribute to schools’ teaching and learning styles.

The programme has been implemented in schools throughout the UK and many of them have reported the following benefits and effects:

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 visualisation and kinaesthetic learning
Children are encouraged to make choices
Cooperation improves as children work in pairs and in groups