At PESA, we believe that every school should have access to high-quality wellbeing education, regardless of financial constraints. That’s why we’re offering scholarship opportunities to support disadvantaged schools in accessing our professional learning, resources, and networks. 

Why Wellbeing Education Matters 

We understand that a whole-school approach to wellbeing has the greatest potential to create meaningful and lasting change. This approach integrates wellbeing into systems, pedagogy, and welfare structures, fostering a cohesive and supportive environment for all. 

All Australian schools strive to support and nurture the wellbeing of students and staff. However, many lack the knowledge, resources, and capacity to implement impactful, evidence-based wellbeing practices. PESA bridges this gap by equipping schools, educators, and leaders with professional development, resources, and advocacy to prioritise and embed evidence-informed approaches to wellbeing. 

PESA has an ambition for 2025 to raise funds to extend support through membership and professional development to an additional 10 schools identified as having a ICSEA value lower than 1000. This initiative reflects our commitment to making wellbeing education accessible to all schools, regardless of their circumstances. After all, wellbeing isn’t a privilege reserved for a select few; it’s a fundamental need for everyone. 

What the Scholarship Offers 

Schools awarded a PESA scholarship will gain:  

✅ 12-month PESA membership for all school staff, connecting them with a national network of passionate wellbeing educators and leaders.
✅ Professional learning opportunities to build educator capacity to enhance wellbeing pedagogies.
✅In-person conference attendance for two staff (includes travel expenses up to the value of $3,500).
✅ A library of resources to help embed wellbeing practices into school culture.
✅ Peer-to-peer support from a vibrant community of wellbeing practitioners. 

Who Can Apply? 

This scholarship is open to schools with an ICSEA value lower than 1000, who demonstrate a strong desire and commitment to integrating wellbeing education into their teaching and learning practices. We’re looking for schools that are eager to learn, grow, and create meaningful change for their students and staff. 

How to Apply 

    • Expressions of Interest are now open! Complete the application form by 17 April 2025.
    • Applications will be reviewed by 28 April 2025.
      Successful schools will progress to the funding request stage in May 2025.
    • Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FGCNCSP  

Let’s work together to ensure every school has the support it needs to prioritise wellbeing.