Thrive Ambassador School Programme

Thrive is dedicated to celebrating the commitment of the extraordinary schools that are making a positive impact on children, young people and the wider community by recognising their achievements as Thrive Ambassador Schools and Thrive Schools of Excellence.

School of Excellence Award | Thrive Ambassador Schools

 

Apply for Ambassador status

Is the Thrive Approach at the heart of your school or setting? Applying for Ambassador status is simple.

There are five areas which schools can evidence how they use Thrive to support children and young people's social and emotional development, these are:
  • Leadership
  • Right-time
  • Reparative
  • Relationship
  • Environment
Your school or setting can be recognised and awarded with Ambassador status in one or more of these five areas. Each award supports a setting to embed a key aspect of the Thrive Approach, helping to progress school improvement and recognise best practice. Once all five strands have been achieved, the setting can then apply to become a School of Excellence to celebrate the overall standard of its approach to mental health.

How to apply

  1. Your setting needs to have met the criteria to be recognised as an 'Embraced' school (ie awarded the logo 'We've embraced Thrive in our setting')
  2. You then need to complete a short self-assessment form, available in the Members Area
  3. Email your completed form to memberservices@thriveapproach.com and we will arrange a virtual visit and verify the information provided

Applications need to be submitted within the following time frames:

Autumn term application window
1st September - 30th November

Spring term application window
1st January - 28/29th February

Summer term application window
1st April - 30th June

Successful schools will be recognised with an exclusive logo and a certificate to display and celebrate their achievements. They could also be included in Thrive case studies and press releases. The application and certification process is free.

 

School of Excellence Award

The School of Excellence award is the highest level of achievement in the Thrive Ambassador Schools programme.  It is awarded to schools and settings that have achieved Ambassador School status in all five areas listed above and is a benchmark of all-round excellence for schools that have embedded the Thrive Approach.

Below is a selection of case studies from some of our Schools of Excellence. 

Worcestershire primary school shares the secrets of its wellbeing success

Worcestershire primary school shares the secrets of its wellbeing success

23rd May 2023

A celebration of mental wellbeing has been held at an inspirational Worcestershire setting to mark its achievement in becoming a Thrive School of Excellence.

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‘Helping children to learn effectively and teaching skills that will be with them for life’

‘Helping children to learn effectively and teaching skills that will be with them for life’

30th March 2023

Croydon-based Meridian High School, which is part of the GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), has held a celebration event after being named a Thrive School of Excellence for mental wellbeing. 

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Bedfordshire nursery is the first in the UK to become an Ambassador School for mental health

Bedfordshire nursery is the first in the UK to become an Ambassador School for mental health

3rd January 2023

Rothesay Nursery School, in Bedfordshire, has become the first in the UK to be named an Ambassador School for mental health and wellbeing.

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Worcestershire school praised by Ofsted for its use of the Thrive Approach

Worcestershire school praised by Ofsted for its use of the Thrive Approach

10th November 2022

Hagley Primary School has been named as a School of Excellence and praised by Ofsted for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils.

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Praise from Ofsted for Thrive School of Excellence

Praise from Ofsted for Thrive School of Excellence

11th October 2022

Voyage Learning Campus has been named as a School of Excellence and praised by Ofsted for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to build resilience and help prevent mental health issues.  

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How Thrive transformed this primary school from ‘inadequate’ to a setting with 100% parent approval

How Thrive transformed this primary school from ‘inadequate’ to a setting with 100% parent approval

5th July 2022

A Cornish primary school which was failing when its headteacher first took up his post has been named as a Thrive School of Excellence for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to help prevent mental health issues. 

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Kent specialist setting named as Thrive School of Excellence

Kent specialist setting named as Thrive School of Excellence

2nd December 2021

A specialist setting has become the first in Kent to be named a Thrive School of Excellence for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to help prevent mental health i...

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Cardiff Headteacher

Cardiff Headteacher "honoured to be recognised" for prioritising mental health

26th July 2021

A Cardiff primary school has been named as the first Thrive School of Excellence in the city for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to support their mental health an...

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Cornish primary school first in England to be crowned as wellbeing School of Excellence

Cornish primary school first in England to be crowned as wellbeing School of Excellence

11th February 2021

Gulval School named as a School of Excellence for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils

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UK's first Thrive School of Excellence heralds from Aberdare

UK's first Thrive School of Excellence heralds from Aberdare

5th February 2021

A South Wales primary school has been named as the first Thrive School of Excellence in the UK for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health issues...

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Hard work validated by Ambassador School status

Hard work validated by Ambassador School status

12th October 2020

Thomas Arnold Primary School, based in Dagenham, has been named as an Ambassador School with Excellence in Leadership after going through a rigorous assessment process by Thrive, which trains teachers...

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"Ready to learn and achieve potential" at Dagenham's Hunters Hall

1st October 2020

Hunters Hall Primary School, based in Dagenham, has been named as an Ambassador School with Excellence in the Environment after going through a rigorous assessment process by Thrive®, which trains te...

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Thrive Ambassador Schools

Schools and settings can apply to become a 'Thrive Ambassador School' in one or more of the following five areas: Leadership, Right-time, Reparative, Relationship and Environment.  Here are some of our amazing Thrive Ambassador Schools.

‘Our children say how they feel so we can resolve problems before they occur’

‘Our children say how they feel so we can resolve problems before they occur’

2nd March 2023

Read how the Thrive Approach has helped this London school to occupy a unique place at the heart of its community

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Bedfordshire nursery is the first in the UK to become an Ambassador School for mental health

Bedfordshire nursery is the first in the UK to become an Ambassador School for mental health

3rd January 2023

Rothesay Nursery School, in Bedfordshire, has become the first in the UK to be named an Ambassador School for mental health and wellbeing.

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Training that unpicked the neuroscience behind behaviour – how Thrive has made a difference to this nursery school 

Training that unpicked the neuroscience behind behaviour – how Thrive has made a difference to this nursery school 

15th December 2022

Read how the Thrive Approach has helped this nursery to be praised by Ofsted for its calm environment

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How emotional regulation helped to unlock our students' attainment

How emotional regulation helped to unlock our students' attainment

12th December 2022

In this 2 minute video case study, Ruth Minhall, Executive Head of Tuition Extra, explains how embedding Thrive has helped it to remove barriers to students' learning, resulting in a 95% pass rate for GCSEs

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Why a whole school approach to mental health is needed

Why a whole school approach to mental health is needed

15th November 2022

A Thrive Licensed Practitioner explains how a whole school approach to mental health is helping pupils to manage the impact of the pandemic at her London primary school

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Worcestershire school praised by Ofsted for its use of the Thrive Approach

Worcestershire school praised by Ofsted for its use of the Thrive Approach

10th November 2022

Hagley Primary School has been named as a School of Excellence and praised by Ofsted for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils.

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#ThriveImpact - 'Relationships are key to resilience'

#ThriveImpact - 'Relationships are key to resilience'

13th October 2022

Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy has been recognised as an Ambassador School by Thrive for its support of pupils' emotional health and wellbeing.

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Praise from Ofsted for Thrive School of Excellence

Praise from Ofsted for Thrive School of Excellence

11th October 2022

Voyage Learning Campus has been named as a School of Excellence and praised by Ofsted for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to build resilience and help prevent mental health issues.  

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North Somerset primary named as a School of Excellence for mental health

North Somerset primary named as a School of Excellence for mental health

3rd October 2022

Fixed term exclusions have dropped and staff morale has improved at a North Somerset primary setting after it placed the mental health of its pupils at the heart of school life.

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Reduced exclusions and increased attendance at Elland Academy

Reduced exclusions and increased attendance at Elland Academy

26th May 2022

The Elland Academy has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School with three areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils. The school has seen reduced exclusions and increased attendance as a result.

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'Deep-rooted commitment' yields recognition in Powys

'Deep-rooted commitment' yields recognition in Powys

22nd November 2021

A Powys primary school has been named as a Thrive® Ambassador School with two areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils, helping to prevent mental healt...

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Focus on children's mental wellbeing earns Croydon primary award

Focus on children's mental wellbeing earns Croydon primary award

18th November 2021

A Croydon primary school has been named as a Thrive® Ambassador School with three areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils, helping to prevent me...

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Not one but two! Hampshire's Endeavour Primary School scoops second award

Not one but two! Hampshire's Endeavour Primary School scoops second award

11th October 2021

An Andover school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School for a second time, highlighting another area of expertise in the role it plays supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order t...

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Pupil referral unit recognised for pupils' wellbeing focus

Pupil referral unit recognised for pupils' wellbeing focus

7th October 2021

A North Somerset school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to support their social and emotional development Voy...

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Second award for Romford primary as staff celebrate

Second award for Romford primary as staff celebrate "positive impact" of Thrive

11th August 2021

A Romford primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School with a second area of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils, helping to prevent m...

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Pupils

Pupils "calm and ready to learn" as Regency High crowned Ambassador

2nd August 2021

A Worcester special school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health issues.  Regency High...

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The Thrive Ambassador School Scheme recognises Somerset primary pledge

The Thrive Ambassador School Scheme recognises Somerset primary pledge

20th July 2021

A North Somerset primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health issues. St And...

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Lowestoft school gratified to witness the direct impact of embedding Thrive

Lowestoft school gratified to witness the direct impact of embedding Thrive

18th June 2021

A Lowestoft primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School with two areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health...

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"Understanding pupils' core needs" brings recognition for Newham school

15th June 2021

Kaizen Primary School has been named as the first Thrive Ambassador School in Newham for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health issues. The...

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Assistant Headteacher of Hillcroft Primary overwhelmed to learn of award

Assistant Headteacher of Hillcroft Primary overwhelmed to learn of award

15th June 2021

Surrey primary school wins awards for its focus on pupils' mental wellbeing A school in Caterham, Surrey, has been named as a thrive ambassador school with two areas of expertise for the role it play...

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Griffins Schools Trust school named as Thrive Ambassador School

Griffins Schools Trust school named as Thrive Ambassador School

27th May 2021

A Worcester primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School with four areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils, helping to prevent ment...

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Success in 4 categories for Llanharan Primary school

Success in 4 categories for Llanharan Primary school

22nd March 2021

A Rhondda Cynon Taf primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School with four areas of expertise for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils, helping to

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Pupils now

Pupils now "better able to learn" as Cardiff primary scoops double award

9th March 2021

Cardiff Primary School wins double award for its focus on pupils' mental wellbeing Thrive's Ambassador Schools scheme has been launched as a way of recognising excellence in the way schools use Thr...

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Award for focus on pupils' mental health handed to Highfields Primary in Essex

Award for focus on pupils' mental health handed to Highfields Primary in Essex

21st October 2020

A Manningtree primary school has been named as a Thrive Ambassador School for the role it plays in supporting the wellbeing of its pupils in order to prevent mental health issues. Highfields Primary...

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