Strengths Framework
Character is shown in the way people act, think and feel. We help young people recognise the strengths they have and that all strengths can be grown. If they do this, they’ll flourish in life and become the best version of themselves.
How I Think
Important for growth, adaptability and success at school, ar work and in life generally.
Creativity
Curiosity
Open-mindedness
Optimism
What I Do & How I Do It
Esential for achieving goals, leading by example and making a real impact in the world.
Courage
Enthusiasm
Integrity
Perseverance
Finding Purpose & Connection
Essential for living a fulfilling, thoughtful and connected life,
Appreciation
Gratitude
Humour
Wisdom
Using My Feelings
Essential for building strong relationships, fostering wellbeing and creating a more compassionate world.
Empathy
Friendship
Kindness
Love
How I Relate To Other People
Important for fostering a connected, inclusive world.
Adaptability
Fairness
Leadership
Teamwork
How I Manage Myself
Essential for personal stability, emotional intelligence and long-term success.
Forgiveness
Humility
Resilience
Self-control
Our 24 strengths have been grouped into six areas: strengths of the head, the heart, action, community, meaning, and self-regulation. Each area has four strengths. This framework offers an easy-to-use structure for teachers to introduce the language of strengths in the classroom.
It encourages discussions about balancing strengths, and along with the role model stories, can help to illustrate how strengths can be applied effectively. Teachers can guide pupils in understanding when to amplify or dial back certain strengths, based on the situation, fostering “practical wisdom”.
How character strengths support mental health
Research in positive psychology has shown us that people who know their strengths and use them frequently tend to feel happier, have better self-esteem, and are more likely to accomplish their goals.
Strengths are natural capabilities and skills that every person has. When a person uses their strengths, they tend to feel energised, and they report higher levels of self-esteem, wellbeing, and other desirable outcomes.
Foster an inclusive environment and help young people achieve their goals as well as build supportive relationships with our “strengths of” guides.
Learn more about character strengths and their impact on behaviour and wellbeing
Character Strengths Strategic Overview
A Strategic Overview for schools on adopting a strengths-based approach and how this can support pupils' wellbeing, and behaviour. Includes a practical guide to using the Amazing People Schools stories and resources.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Overview
A Strategic Overview to using Amazing People Schools to promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across the curriculum.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategic Overview
A Strategic Overview to explore the links between the Amazing People Schools character strength-based approach and mental health and wellbeing.
Special Education Needs & Disability Strategic Overview
A Strategic Overview for those working with SEND pupils on how to get the most out of the Amazing People School site, stories and resources.