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Nurturing a Culture of Kindness, Building Leaders and Inspiring UPstanders in Primary Schools

At edYOUtopia, we spark kindness and cultivate compassionate school communities by empowering students as leaders and UPstanders against bullying. Our programs engage students, parents, and teachers to unlock potential, foster empathy, and spread kindness, creating positive change together. Join us in building caring schools.

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Students

Gain skills in empathy, leadership, and conflict resolution, empowering them to stand up against bullying and build positive relationships.

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Teachers

Through well-being and professional development programs, teachers receive tools to manage stress, foster inclusive classrooms, and support student growth effectively.

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Parents

Parent sessions equip families with strategies to reinforce kindness, resilience, and empathy at home, creating a consistent support network for children.

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School Communities

By nurturing a culture of kindness and UPstander behaviour, the entire school community experiences a more positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Programs

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Building UPstanders

Empower students to become confident UPstanders, preventing bullying and fostering a positive, supportive school culture.

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Stage 3 Student Leadership Funshops

Inspire young leaders with hands-on fun shops that build communication, problem-solving, and empathy for inclusive school communities.

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Managing Conflict K–6 Funshops

Equip students with tools for respectful communication, conflict resolution, and friendship-building skills through engaging activities.

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’Kindness Can’ Projects

Encourage students to spread kindness in their schools and communities, fostering joy and connection through impactful projects.

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Teacher Professional Development

Interactive seminars that equip educators with skills to nurture resilience, empathy, and confidence in students.

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Wellbeing for Teachers

Restore and recharge with guided relaxation techniques, helping teachers find balance, resilience, and renewed energy.

Programs

What They Say

Principal Testimonials

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“We had Dr Patty come to our school and deliver her differentiated workshops to all our students from Kindergarten to Yr 6. All our children came away with some really important learnings around what bullying is, why it happens, the difference between bullying and conflict, and what to do if you either witness or experience bullying. There was some great common language developed across the school, especially around the importance of being an ‘upstander’, helping students to be proactive and productive in a safe way. Dr Patty’s experience and expertise in the field is something we can all draw from and will certainly help us to address bullying in a productive and proactive way.”

Mr David O’Connor, Principal, Mount Terry Public School, Albion Park

(May 2024)

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”Recently all our students attended the K-6 Building Upstander program presented by Dr Patty Rose from edYOUtopia. These interactive workshops were structured in such a way that all students regardless of their age were thoroughly engaged and actively involved whilst learning important strategies to help address situations, which involve bullying. The key concept of being an upstander rather than a bystander is one that the students can readily understand and they learn about practical ways in which they can stand up to bullies as well as support victims of bullying. The free parent workshop was well attended and it provided the parents with a deeper understanding of the nature of bullying and ways to support their children.


I would highly recommend Dr Patty and the Building Upstander program as it sends a strong message to the students and perfectly complements the school’s existing behaviour management and pastoral care programs.”

Mr. Danny Sykes, Former Principal, St Michael’s Primary School, Thirroul

(April 2015)

Teacher Testimonials

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“This seminar will help me build UPstanders in my class by giving the children insight of kindness. Don’t miss it! Thank you.”

Robyn (Yrs 1–6) from Mount Terry Public School (May 2024)
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“This seminar will help me build UPstanders in my class by encouraging children to be more proactive with identifying bullying. The funshop seminar was highly informative with great strategies. Really enjoyed the presentation and look forward to the positive change in our school community.”

Matt (Stage 3) from Mount Terry Public School (May 2024)
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“This seminar will help me build UPstanders as the Upstander language across the school will support building better citizens of the future. The funshop seminar was interactive, engaging and movement through learning. Thank you.”

Rebecca (Stage 1) from Mount Terry Public School (May 2024)
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“This seminar has explained the key concepts/meaning/idea of bullying versus conflict so now teachers can build on the discussion. The funshop seminar is interactive and engages students. Language is at child’s level and relays a very important message and helps students identify bullying and what strategies they can use if they are being bullied. What a wonderful teacher and person you are!!”

Grace (Stage 1) from Colo Vale Public School
(May 2024)
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“This seminar will help me build UPstanders if teachers use the language across the school and refer to the actions. It was an engaging seminar where students were able to join in through discussion, actions and be volunteers. Great visual video to reinforce ideas. I like how you incorporated movement and drama.”

Fiona (Stage 1) from Colo Vale Public School (May 2024)
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“Young thinkers are provided with clear and memorable phrases, actions and images/symbols to help them know how to identify a bully and to support their friends. In this funshop seminar important concepts are delivered in a fun and meaningful way that accommodates a range of learning styles - kinesthetic, aural, visual learners etc… Ms Rose is incredible in what she does. She knows students and how they learn. She creates a fun learning environment and delivers a range of learning experiences to foster understanding of key concepts and enthusiasm amongst young people to be an upstander.”

Simon (Early Stage 1) from Colo Vale Public School(May 2024)
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“The content starts a conversion amongst the students that think will spill over to the playground.This is a great interactive seminar that keeps the students engaged and having fun which creates a memory, something they will actively remember from muscle memory not just empty words. I loved this and I hope it becomes a regular thing in ALL schools. Thank you for starting the conversation!”

Chantal (SLSO) from Colo Vale Public School (May 2024)
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“Games and discussions that are fun and engaging to help students understand how they can stand up to bullies. Great funshop for students that need reminders on strategies for recognising and standing up to bullies. Fun and engaging!!”

Maighan(Stage 2) from Colo Vale Public School (May 2024)

Student Testimonials

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“I liked it so much. It was so much fun”

Penelope, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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Brax, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024

“I loved it so much”
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“It was nice. I liked it so much”

Quincy, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“Don’t bully”

Amelia, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“No bully”

Maycee, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“I liked this so much and it was nice. I love it”

Madison, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“Bullying is not ok”

Apiah, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“I will be an upstander by helping people like friends, family and anyone that needs it. Everything about the funshop was and is fantastic”

Madison, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“Bullying is not ok. I will be an upstander by helping”

Lachie, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024
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“I learnt to stand up for myself. I will be an upstander by saying stop it I don’t like it. The funshop seminar was so much fun.”

Arizona, Mount Terry Public School, May 2024

Ready to Empower Student Leaders and Inspire Kindness in Your School?

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Contact edYOUtopia and take the first step towards building a compassionate, leadership-driven school community. 

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Intention

At edYOUtopia, we strive to creatively inspire kindness and nurture caring school communities led by empowered leaders and UPstanders.

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Mission

Our mission at edYOUtopia is to empower students, parents, and educators to foster a culture of empathy, kindness, support, and leadership within schools. Through our innovative leadership programs and UPstander fun-shop seminars, we inspire students to become proactive agents of change and promote inclusive, supportive environments.

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Goal

Our ultimate goal is to reach and positively impact every school community across Australia, ensuring that each one benefits from programs that encourage kindness, leadership, and a culture of support.