Accredited Instructor Training
Mindfulness for Children Instructor Training
Learn to teach mindfulness to children aged 3–11. Help them build resilience, emotional regulation, and focus through practical, evidence-based techniques — and start a truly meaningful career.
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Course Overview
Our Mindfulness for Children Instructor Training equips you with the skills and knowledge to teach mindfulness to children aged 3–11. You'll learn practical, evidence-based techniques that help children develop emotional regulation, resilience, focus, and self-awareness.
Developed by Julie, a paediatric nurse and health visitor with over 26 years' experience, this course combines clinical expertise with a warm, child-centred approach. The curriculum includes ready-to-use scripts, activities, and session plans so you can start teaching with confidence.
Whether you want to deliver mindfulness in schools, nurseries, after-school clubs, or as part of your own private practice, this course gives you everything you need to make a real difference in children's lives.
Quick Facts
- Price£525 (online only)
- DurationApprox. 100 study hours
- Access12 months from enrolment
- FormatOnline self-paced
- AssessmentPractical & written
- SupportPersonal tutor throughout
Payment plans available
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone passionate about supporting children's emotional wellbeing. No prior mindfulness experience is required — just a genuine desire to help children thrive.
Teachers & teaching assistants
Bring mindfulness into the classroom to support children's emotional wellbeing and focus
Early years practitioners
Nursery staff and childminders wanting to introduce mindfulness from a young age
Healthcare & therapy professionals
Counsellors, play therapists, and SEND specialists looking for additional tools
Career changers
Looking for meaningful, flexible work supporting children's mental health and wellbeing
Parents
Who want to teach mindfulness to their own children and potentially help others too
Yoga & wellbeing practitioners
Expanding your offering to include children's mindfulness sessions
What you will learn
The course covers everything from the science of mindfulness to practical teaching skills, giving you the confidence to support children's emotional wellbeing.
Understanding Mindfulness
- ✓What mindfulness is (and isn't) for children
- ✓The neuroscience behind mindfulness and child brain development
- ✓Evidence base: how mindfulness supports emotional regulation and focus
Mindfulness Techniques for Children
- ✓Breathing exercises adapted for different age groups (3–5, 5–7, 7–11)
- ✓Body scans, grounding techniques, and sensory awareness activities
- ✓Guided visualisations and storytelling for calm and focus
Emotional Regulation & Resilience
- ✓Teaching children to recognise and name their emotions
- ✓Tools for managing anxiety, anger, and overwhelm
- ✓Building self-compassion and confidence through mindful practice
Teaching Skills & Session Planning
- ✓How to structure age-appropriate mindfulness sessions
- ✓Creating a safe, inclusive, and trauma-aware environment
- ✓Ready-to-use scripts, activities, and session plans included
Working in Different Settings
- ✓Delivering mindfulness in schools and classrooms
- ✓Adapting for nurseries, after-school clubs, and private practice
- ✓Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
Building Your Practice
- ✓Setting up and marketing your mindfulness sessions
- ✓Working with schools, nurseries, and community organisations
- ✓Pricing, partnerships, and growing your client base
Training options
Mindfulness for Children is delivered entirely online, making it flexible and accessible wherever you are.
Online Self-Paced
£525
Study entirely from home with our mobile-friendly learning platform. Includes video lessons, downloadable scripts, session plans, and practical exercises.
- ✓12-month access to all materials
- ✓Ready-to-use scripts and session plans
- ✓Video demonstrations and tutorials
- ✓Study anytime, anywhere
- ✓Personal tutor support via email
Recognised & Accredited
Your Mindfulness for Children Instructor Training qualification is recognised by leading professional bodies, giving you the credentials to practise with confidence and obtain insurance.
What does accreditation mean for you? It means your qualification is recognised by professional bodies and insurance providers. You can confidently set up your own classes, work within nurseries and children's centres, or add this skill to your existing practice — knowing your training meets industry standards.
Benefits of becoming an instructor
Children's mindfulness is one of the fastest-growing areas in education and wellbeing. Here's why this qualification is so valuable.
Support children's mental health
Help children develop emotional regulation, resilience, and coping skills that will serve them for life.
Work in schools & settings
Deliver mindfulness in primary schools, nurseries, after-school clubs, and community organisations.
Flexible, meaningful career
Choose your own hours and settings. Build a career that makes a genuine difference to children's lives.
Growing demand
Children's mental health is a national priority. Schools and parents are actively seeking qualified mindfulness practitioners.
Expand your offering
Add mindfulness to your existing teaching, therapy, or baby class practice for a broader, more impactful service.
Recognised qualification
Graduate with an accredited certification recognised by insurance providers and professional bodies across the UK and internationally.
What Our Graduates Say
Mindfulness for Children Reviews
Real stories from graduates who have completed this course and gone on to build rewarding careers.
“The mindfulness for children course has transformed how I support emotional wellbeing in my classroom. The scripts and session plans are brilliant — I use them every week.”
Hannah L.
Primary School Teacher, Kent
“I now deliver mindfulness sessions in three local schools. The ready-to-use scripts meant I could start straight away with confidence. The children absolutely love it.”
Kate F.
Children's Mindfulness Practitioner, Brighton
“As a play therapist, this course gave me a whole new toolkit. The trauma-aware approach is so important — it's clear Julie really understands children's emotional needs.”
Megan S.
Play Therapist & Mindfulness Instructor, London
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Contact Us to Discuss Your Training NeedsBecome a certified mindfulness instructor
Help children build resilience, emotional regulation, and focus through practical, evidence-based mindfulness techniques. Online self-paced learning, expert support, and an accredited qualification — all for £525.
Payment plans available · 12-month access · Personal tutor support