Digital Wellbeing Talks for Staff
Supporting pastoral care staff and teachers with the latest research in digital wellbeing
We live in a world where screens, messaging, group chats and online spaces are always present.
For pastoral and teaching staff, this adds new layers of learning and understanding.
Emotional overwhelm
Broken sleep cycles
Social pressure
Comparison and validation loops
Difficulty switching off
Pastoral care now includes the digital spaces students spend time in — often without proper guidance.
What These Talks Offer
A grounded, practical session to help staff:
  • Understand how digital life affects wellbeing, attention and emotional regulation
  • Feel more confident opening conversations without conflict
  • Learn simple ways to support healthy habits in daily school life
  • Build language and relational frameworks that feel natural and doable
Banning devices isn't going to work on it's own, we need to understand the impact our digital use has on growing minds and bodies and give our young people the agency to understand this themselves, in order to thrive in the digital age and make better choices that last them a lifetime.
Katie delivered a thought provoking and impactful session on digital wellbeing to a range of pastoral staff at Sherborne School. Her talk gave staff the right knowledge and tools to explore an ever growing issue amongst young people. Her content was up to date and expertly executed and those who attended felt more empowered to have good conversations about their digital habits. 
Nikola Bowerman, Head of Pupil Wellbeing, Sherborne School
Key Themes We Explore
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Digital use and students wellbeing
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How persuasive design keeps them scrolling
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The role of sleep and overstimulation in mood & focus
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Spotting early signs of digital strain
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Gentle ways to create digital balance inside school & out
What Staff Will Leave With
A shared language for talking about digital habits
Confidence to respond rather than react
Somatic and nervous-system resets they can use with students based in neuroscience.
Small, repeatable practices that shift culture over time
Simple tools. Real conversations. Sustainable change.
Who This Is For
  • Matrons / House Parents
  • Pastoral Leads
  • Teachers supporting student wellbeing
  • Safeguarding & Mental Health Teams
  • SLT shaping digital culture in school
Works well as:
  • Whole-staff CPD
  • Pastoral team training
  • Conference session
Format & Delivery
60 or 90 minute keynote
In-person or online
Reflection prompts + practical guidance included
Optional follow-up sessions & student workshops available
Next Step
Check availability for your school or pastoral team.
A short call to see if the talk is a good fit for your staff and schedule.