Welcome to Happy Brain Island 

Empowering Children to Thrive Through Drama!

We’re on a mission to help children understand their brains and emotions like never before.

Through drama, storytelling, and imagination, we take children on an exciting adventure to learn how to regulate their emotions and develop the social and emotional skills they need to thrive. Our dynamic, drama-based sessions teach children about their brains, how emotions work, and the tools they need to manage big feelings, all while having the time of their lives.

Our programme isn't only about teaching calming techniques; it’s a powerful, interactive experience that empowers children to take control of their emotions and grow in confidence, focus, and resilience. 

Each week, Mindful Max visits your setting to guide children through a new adventure on Happy Brain Island—a magical, fun-filled brain where everyone works together to keep it happy and healthy. We teach children the tools they need to navigate big feelings without any pressure or formality.

With challenges like increased screen time and the aftermath of the pandemic affecting many children today, learning how to regulate emotions has never been more important. 

Happy Brain Island is here to give children the skills they need to thrive.

Kind Words & Lasting Impact

  • “Children are repeating emotion regulation vocabs while trying to solve a conflict.”


     - Nursery Manager, Little Learners Nursery Group - St Mary's

  • “We’ve seen an increase in emotional vocabulary and more reflective conversations among the children. Some who struggled with emotional regulation are now using techniques introduced in the sessions to self-soothe or talk through their feelings. The language of the sessions is clearly becoming embedded in their daily interactions.”

    - Nursery Manager, Giant Steps Nursery

  • "If you would like your children to learn about and understand a range of emotions as well as develop the language to share how they are feeling, this is the session for you" 

    – Nursery Manager, Giggle Tots Day Nursery

  • “The children now talk about the left and right side of the brain, they sing the songs from brain Island with their friends and some of the children will use the "stop hang on a minute" phase whilst playing or if someone upsets them. They have a better understanding of their emotions and talk about it more.” 

    -Nursery Manager, Leo’s Den Nursery

  • “I really loved receiving the parent guides each week so I could understand what was being taught in the lessons and help implement some of the techniques at home too.”

    - Parent, Little Learners (St. Mary’s)

  • “Anything that helps kids to understand their feelings is a win in my opinion. Especially in a world where mental health is being discussed more and when raising boys.”

    - Parent, Little Learners (St. Mary’s)

  • “I would 100% recommend - It has been great for my child.”

    - Parent, Little Learners (St. Mary’s)

Supporting EYFS and OFSTED Standards

Happy Brain Island is designed to align with the key areas of EYFS and OFSTED criteria, ensuring children not only thrive emotionally but also develop key skills for future learning.

  • Promotes Emotional Wellbeing: Teaches self-regulation, resilience, and social skills through drama and role-play.

  • Supports PSED and CL Development: Builds communication, empathy, and emotional expression.

  • Encourages Positive Behaviour: Fosters healthy relationships, behaviour, and emotional growth.

  • Rooted in Play: Uses engaging, play-based learning to meet OFSTED's requirements for meaningful play

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