At Milestones Early Learning, we believe that mental health and emotional wellbeing are just as important as academic learning. That’s why we’ve partnered with Positive Living Skills, an evidence-informed educational initiative designed to help children develop essential life skills that support their self-esteem, emotional regulation, and positive relationships.
The Positive Living Skills program is now implemented across all Milestones Early Learning centres, ensuring that every child benefits from this engaging and empowering approach to mental wellbeing. To support learning beyond the classroom, free family resources are also available - simply ask your Centre Manager for access.
What is Positive Living Skills?
The Positive Living Skills program, endorsed by Beyond Blue, is designed to equip young children with the tools and strategies they need to navigate their emotions, build resilience, and foster healthy relationships. Through interactive lessons and engaging activities, children develop key personal and social skills that will support them throughout their lives.
The program focuses on:
- Healthy self-esteem – Helping children develop confidence in themselves
- Emotional regulation – Teaching strategies to manage big emotions
- Positive relationships – Encouraging kindness, empathy, and inclusion
- Growth mindset – Building persistence and resilience to overcome challenges
- Healthy living – Promoting nutrition, movement, and mindfulness
Meet Possa Bill: The Positive Living Skills Mascot
One of the most exciting aspects of the Positive Living Skills program is Possa Bill, the lovable mascot who guides children through their learning journey.
Possa Bill is a kind, caring, and supportive character who teaches children the importance of:
- Kindness and empathy – Understanding and caring for others
- Persistence and patience – Trying new things and never giving up
- Personal best (PB) – Striving to improve and celebrate achievements
- Appreciation and gratitude – Recognising the good in everyday life
- Healthy living – Staying active, eating well, and enjoying time in nature
Possa Bill stands tall with confidence, knowing that body language can impact how we feel. He enjoys relaxation, mindfulness, and movement, helping children understand that mental and physical wellbeing go hand in hand.
A Lifelong Foundation for Mental Wellbeing
By embedding the Positive Living Skills program into our Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Milestones Early Learning is giving children a strong foundation for resilience, confidence, and happiness. These early experiences shape the way children approach challenges, build relationships, and develop emotional intelligence, setting them up for success in all areas of life.
Book a Tour Today
Learn more about how Positive Living Skills is transforming early childhood education at Milestones Early Learning. Visit your nearest centre and see the program in action!
