5. Bringing the Framework into the School Day
The Feel It Framework is designed to become part of everyday school life rather than remain within individual lessons.
Schools can begin gradually. Consistency is more valuable than trying to introduce every resource at once.
A simple starting approach
Introduce the shared language
Begin by introducing the Feel It Triangle and Feel It Friends. Explain that everyone moves between different emotional needs and that no colour or character is better than another.
Choose one or two Daily Essentials
Begin with a manageable routine such as:
- The Butterfly Pause
- Feel It Welcome
- A Daily Check-In
- Feel It Monday
- Feel It Friday
- The Rainbow Tree Feel It Moment
Practise routines during settled moments so they are familiar before children need them.
Teach the lessons
Use the KS1 character lessons or KS2 layer lessons in the order most appropriate for the class. Each layer includes guidance, a lesson and supporting resources.
Revisit the language naturally
The framework can be reinforced during:
- Morning welcome
- Transitions
- PSHE
- Story discussions
- Playtimes
- Group work
- Nurture provision
- Problem-solving
- Learning challenges
- End-of-day reflection
A whole-school approach
Where possible, all adults who work with children should understand the core principles and shared language. This includes teachers, teaching assistants, lunchtime staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders.
Consistency does not mean responding to every child in exactly the same way. It means maintaining the same underlying principles while adapting support to the child and situation.
Schools may choose a Feel It Framework lead to:
- Help staff access the training
- Coordinate the introduction of lessons and routines
- Keep language consistent
- Gather staff feedback
- Support reflection on implementation
The framework should be introduced at a pace that feels realistic for the school. It is better to embed a small number of practices meaningfully than to use many resources inconsistently.