This is the padlet to share your suggestions for weekly recess activities that we can run in Term 3 and 4 in the following columns!!!These activities should be fun, inclusive, and give students something to look forward to during recess.😊Our goal is to create opportunities for students to relax, connect with others, and enjoy their break time meaningfully.🎉

When posting your idea on this Padlet, please include:

• A brief description of what happens during the activity

• What materials or space are needed (if any)

• How the activity supports friendship and wellbeing

We are looking forward to your suggestions!

This is a fun weekly activity where students can perform during recess—like singing, telling jokes, reading poems, or even playing instruments. It’s a really fun way for people to share their talents, cheer each other on, and just have a good time together. It can help students build confidence and make recess feel more lively and connected. Perhaps it could happen every Friday, just to end the week on a fun note!

What we might need:

• A mic and speaker (portable ones)

• A small space in the canteen

• A sign-up sheet for performers

• One teacher or student leader to help manage the sign-ups and set up the mic/speaker

- A fast trivia session where students answer fun, random questions (e.g. about movies, animals, music, or school facts). Can be played solo or in small teams.

Materials needed : Printed trivia questions, small prize (optional). Alternatively, we can use pld’s but only if there is a screen projector available to display the kahoot.

How it supports friendship and wellbeing : Encourages teamwork, laughter, and friendly competition. It’s a great way for students to bond over shared knowledge and learn something new together :))

Description:

Students can bring their recess snacks and sit on picnic mats under shady trees or in a designated chill zone. They’ll have time to chat, play card games, listen to music (low volume), or just relax. Peer leaders can facilitate fun conversation starters or gentle icebreakers for those who want to mingle and make new friends.

Materials/Space Needed:

A few picnic mats or bean bags

Shady outdoor space or a quiet indoor area

Optional: Portable speaker (low volume), card games

How it Supports Friendship and Wellbeing:

This activity creates a calm, welcoming environment for students to unwind and build connections. It’s inclusive, low-pressure, and encourages conversation, laughter, and belonging.

We can set up some fun board games (e.g., Scrabble, Chess, Math Games) that can be played in groups of 2 or more, allowing students to bond with each other while challenging their minds. These engaging games make learning fun, promote creativity, and enable students to utilise their critical thinking skills.

Venue: St Francis Room or Cubby holes @ the canteen

What we need:

- A variety of board games

- 2 student leaders allocated each week to:

    - Organize the games and encourage others to maintain a tidy area

    - Supervise the area and ensure games are played responsibly

- A sign-up sheet at the entrance of the St Francis Room for students to record down the duration they used each game for

Description:

Set up small game booths like ring toss, ping pong bounce, or “guess the item” jars. Students can play solo or in pairs and win small treats or tokens.

Materials/Space Needed:

Booth tables

Small prizes (e.g. stickers, sweets)

Game items like cups, rings, balls

School foyer or canteen area

Supports Friendship & Wellbeing:

Games spark laughter and friendly competition, helping students to destress and connect in a joyful way.

Venue: Between the canteen and cafe

What we might need:

-Tables and chairs

-Printed puzzles or laminated game sheets

-Whiteboard markers (if laminated)

-A mini leaderboard or reward system (optional)

-Volunteers to explain or guide if needed

How it supports friendship & wellbeing:
Encourages teamwork and critical thinking in a relaxed setting. It’s a great way for students to engage their minds, bond over shared challenges, and feel a sense of accomplishment during recess.