MindMatters and the National Safe Schools Framework 2011

MindMatters supports the newly updated National Safe Schools Framework 2011 (NSSF). As a prominently suggested resource to implement the NSSF, MindMatters provides a range of professional learning, implementation models and tools, and resource books to support elements of the framework.

The nine elements of the framework have been linked to the MindMatters Implementation Model for a whole of school approach to mental health and wellbeing.

Visit the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations website to view the National Safe Schools Framework and the Resource Manual.

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Overview of links to other MindMatters resources

National Safe Schools Framework Elements	MindMatters Professional development
1. Leadership commitment to a safe school	Level Two Planning workshop MM module – Leadership MM module – Student Empowerment MM module – Measuring our Progress
2. A supportive and connected school culture	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Students experiencing high support needs in mental health MM module - Transitions
3. Policies and procedures	Level Two Planning workshop MM module – Measuring our Progress
4. Professional learning	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Staff Matters
5. Positive behaviour management	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Students experiencing high support needs in mental health MM module - Teaching and learning for engagement
6. Engagement, skill development and safe school curriculum	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Teaching and learning for engagement
7. A focus on student wellbeing and student ownership	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Students experiencing high support needs in mental health MM module – A Whole Student Approach MM module – Student Empowerment
8. Early intervention and targeted support	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Students experiencing high support needs in mental health
9. Partnerships with families and community	Level Two Planning workshop MM module - Students experiencing high support needs in mental health MM module- Communities do Matter MM community extension workshops

For a more extensive look at specific aspects of NSSF and the MindMatters framework, please attend a PD in your state or territory or contact the MindMatters Project Officer in your state or territory.

MindMatters and the National Safe Schools Framework 2011

Overview of links to other MindMatters resources

National Safe Schools Framework Elements

MindMatters Professional development