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World Friendship Ambassador

Group Peer Mentoring Programme for Primary Schools

An Introduction to WFA from our Lead Educator Adrian Benn

What is WFA?

World Friendship Ambassadors (WFA) is a vibrant and inclusive peer mentoring programme that helps primary schools grow a culture of kindness, equity, and belonging. Powered by a super-easy online video platform, WFA champions pupil voice- boosting confidence, communication, and leadership skills while getting them talking about the things that really matter.

Forget boring video lessons—our exciting, creative content is led by the brilliant Adrian Benn, one of the UK’s most inspiring educators, and crafted by top curriculum experts from Bigfoot Arts Education. With ready-to-use resources and minimal input needed from staff, WFA makes peer-to-peer group mentoring simple, sustainable, and seriously fun. It’s a brilliant way to bring your PSHE curriculum to life and give every child a chance to shine.

WFA is designed to be simple and affordable through a low-cost annual membership subscription. When your school joins, it will receive everything it needs to get started and keep going through our secure online WFA portal, which is where the magic is stored, readily available for your teachers and WFA pupil mentors to use at the click of a button!

When a school becomes a WFA member, they will be given exclusive access to an online portal via a unique log in that will enable both pupils and staff to access all the programme materials for one year.

As part of the annual Membership schools will receive:

• An introductory training session with Adrian Benn for selected Mentors, outlining the WFA programme and how it works ✔️

• An introductory assembly PowerPoint with film, introducing the WFA programme, the Mentors and our WFA Educator, Adrian, to the rest of the school. ✔️

• A plenary assembly PowerPoint with film, concluding the WFA programme and thanking the Mentors, Mentees and whole school for their participation. ✔️

• 4 x Modules; inclusive of online Mentor training sessions, filmed resources and step by step workshop plans and delivery guides for each (see WFA Modules for more detail) ✔️

• Downloadable materials to organise a World Friendship Week in July✔️

• Access to additional activities and information uploaded throughout the year to support WFA themes for Anti Bullying Week, Children’s Mental Health Week and Secondary Transition. ✔️

• Access to live online Mentor connection sessions each term. ✔️

• Opportunities to link with other schools within the WFA network✔️

• Email and telephone support from Bigfoot HQ ✔️

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Who is Adrian Benn?

Adrian has been a cornerstone of Bigfoot Arts Education for nearly 20 years, serving as our Senior Arts Educator with unwavering passion and dedication His contributions are countless, but most notably, he has played a pivotal role in shaping some of our most impactful programmes in areas such as Anti-Racism, Knife Crime Prevention, Black British History & teacher training.

Adrian has a remarkable gift for connecting with children, inspiring them to express themselves with confidence and creativity. His ability to unlock potential and build self-belief is nothing short of extraordinary. It’s no surprise that he’s cherished by thousands of children and teachers across the country. We couldn’t think of anyone better to lead our WFA programme.

As our WFA Lead Educator, Adrian is wholeheartedly committed to ensuring that every WFA mentor is fully equipped with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration they need to empower pupils in your school year after year. We are incredibly proud to have him at the helm of this exciting journey.

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WFA Modules

The WFA consists of four modules. Each module includes a training video, delivered by Adrian Benn, for both teachers and mentors to be able to successfully launch the sessions, along with downloadable workshop plans and printable resources.

There is no particular order in which to complete the modules, nor any timescale in which to deliver them. WFA is all about working around your schedules.

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Feeing good

How to look after our wellbeing

Module Overview

The Feeling Good learning module is designed to help pupils develop a clear understanding of what wellbeing means and why it’s essential to care for our mental health. Through creative and reflective activities, pupils will explore a range of strategies that support positive mental health and promote emotional resilience. They will also be encouraged to recognise and celebrate their unique strengths, skills and achievements, fostering a strong sense of self-worth and confidence.

By taking part in this module, pupils will learn how to express and manage their feelings, understand the importance of respect in relationships, and feel empowered to seek support when needed. They’ll gain tools to help themselves and others feel good, reinforcing the value of kindness, empathy and self-respect. Overall, the module aims to build self-awareness and equip pupils with practical strategies to support their own wellbeing and contribute to a caring, supportive community.

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Healthy Relationships

How to be a good friend

Module Overview

The Healthy Relationships module is designed to help pupils understand the value of friendships and what makes a relationship positive, respectful, and supportive. Pupils will explore how friendships are formed and maintained, identify the qualities of a good friend, and consider how to handle changes and challenges in their relationships. The module also encourages reflection on how healthy friendships contribute to overall wellbeing and emotional resilience.

Through practical strategies and roleplay, pupils will learn how to deal with conflict, manage hurtful behaviour, and have honest, respectful conversations. They will build confidence in recognising the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships and know where to seek support if things go wrong. By the end of the module, pupils will feel empowered to form strong, respectful relationships and understand the positive impact their own actions can have on others.

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Positive Communication

How to disagree respectfully

Module Overview

The Positive Communication module equips pupils with the skills to communicate confidently, respectfully and effectively with others. By exploring what respect truly means, pupils will reflect on the importance of celebrating each other’s differences and understanding how people may respond differently in various situations. The module encourages pupils to consider how active listening, assertiveness, and empathy are key to building healthy, respectful relationships.

Throughout the module, pupils will explore how to manage friendships, set boundaries, and resolve conflict through positive communication. They will learn how to navigate difficult conversations, recognise the signs of unhealthy relationships, and identify trusted adults who can offer support. By practising real-life communication strategies, pupils will build confidence in expressing themselves, supporting peers, and addressing unkind behaviour, ultimately fostering a kinder, more inclusive school environment.

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Trusted Grown Ups

How to have difficult conversations

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The Trusted Grownups module empowers pupils to understand the importance of asking for help and identifying who they can turn to when they have worries or need support. Pupils will explore the role of trusted adults in helping to keep them safe and well, while learning to recognise the qualities that make someone trustworthy, supportive and approachable.

Through guided discussions and activities, pupils will build confidence in expressing their feelings and learn practical strategies for having difficult conversations with both peers and grownups. The module places a strong focus on positive communication, helping pupils understand when and how to seek help, and reinforcing the message that they don’t have to face challenges alone. By the end of the module, pupils will feel more secure in knowing who to talk to and how to ask for support when they need it.

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Choose Your Plan & Sign Up!​

All fees are subject to VAT​ Small school
1-180 pupils 		Medium school
181-360 pupils 		Large school
361+ pupils
Standard WFA Yearly Membership (12 Months)​​ £195 £295 £395
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