Wigan pupils taught that a good night's sleep helps mental health

Snoozy visited during Mental Health Awareness Week and talked about how important sleep is, what makes a good night’s sleep and the importance of a bedtime routine including putting down devices like iPads and consoles at least one hour before sleep!

One reception class child from the school said: “I was a bit nervous about Snoozy coming because he looked so big, but he was really soft and friendly and helped me to learn about sleeping better. His pyjamas were really cool as well!”

Class Teaching Assistant, Mrs Newton said: “Snoozy bear came into school to visit the children in early years. He was fantastic, very friendly and told us lots of ways to get a good night’s sleep. All the children loved him.”

Children need sleep even more than adults do – it is vital for their growth and development and to maintain their health and wellbeing – so the Sleeptight Beds team were on a mission to get more kip

for the kids!

A good night’s sleep helps children by:

 Maintaining concentration which is vital for children in school to be able to learn

 Helping maintain healthy weight

 Keeping the heart healthy

 Keeping immune system strong

 Improving emotional and mental wellbeing.