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My Mind Check is a free, evidence-based digital check-in platform that empowers schools to take a proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Delivered by Macquarie University, Sydney My Mind Check is a free, evidence-based digital check-in platform that empowers schools and educators to take a proactive approach to student wellbeing and mental health. We give educators the confidence to identify wellbeing needs early and connect students with the right information and support, ensuring no student slips through the cracks. Through brief 10-15-minute supervised check-ins, schools gain immediate insights into students’ mental health needs and wellbeing strengths, along with practical follow-up resources that assist staff and teachers to respond as needed. Developed in collaboration with industry and funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, My Mind Check is grounded in breakthrough research that shows participating in check-ins leads to 20% fewer students reporting emotional difficulties and 30% higher school attendance after just one year. Since launching in late 2024, My Mind Check is now trusted by schools in every state and territory across Australia. Delivered by Macquarie University in Sydney and funded by the Australian Government Department of Education.

17/09/2026

Since introducing My Mind Check, staff at St Luke's Grammar School have observed a noticeable shift in students’ comfort and confidence in talking about mental health. Check-ins have helped destigmatise wellbeing conversations and surface needs that might otherwise have gone unnoticed.

The school introduced My Mind Check to strengthen its ability to identify and support students with previously undetected wellbeing needs. Check-ins equipped staff with a valuable new source of insight and gave students an additional, accessible way to communicate when they’re finding things difficult.

Read the full story on our website ➡ https://mymindcheck.org.au/our-stories/st-lukes-grammar-school/

14/09/2026

Bullying is hard to spot. But it doesn’t need to be.

Spotting early indicators of bullying can make a big difference for students. But bullying isn’t always obvious. Many forms of bullying fly under the radar, meaning young people don’t get the support they need until issues escalate.

Short, evidence-based check-ins can take the guesswork out of bullying prevention by helping schools surface early indicators of peer victimisation and associated wellbeing needs. Plus, our clear follow-up framework and practical wellbeing resources support staff to respond with confidence.

Recognised by the Anti-Bullying Rapid Review as an evidence-based tool for early intervention, My Mind Check complements national efforts and makes whole-school action easier to implement and sustain.

See how My Mind Check could help strengthen your school’s approach ➡️ https://mymindcheck.org.au/schools/anti-bullying-alignment/

27/08/2026

Mount Carmel College, Hobart wanted to better understand students’ wellbeing at key stages of social, emotional, and developmental change. Check-ins helped them uncover student challenges that hadn’t been visible, and both whole-school and individual outcomes have offered new perspectives on student wellbeing.

Insights from My Mind Check are now actively helping the school reshape their wellbeing approach and guide future priorities.

Read the full story to learn how My Mind Check has helped strengthen their wellbeing strategy ➡️ https://mymindcheck.org.au/our-stories/mt-carmel-college/

25/08/2026

Respect and inclusion aren’t just nice-to-haves in our classrooms; they help shape behaviour and create better school environments.

When respect and inclusion are consistently modelled and expected, bullying is discouraged, and students feel more connected to their peers, teachers and the school community.

Research shows that higher levels of school connectedness are linked to a lower risk of depression and anxiety. Building these connections isn’t just about preventing issues from arising; it’s about fostering wellbeing, resilience and confidence in every young person.

Visit our blog to read how educators are creating classroom cultures where every student feels seen, heard and valued: https://mymindcheck.org.au/news/bullying-remains-a-serious-and-persistent-issue-across-australian-schools/

21/08/2026

Want to hear how My Mind Check is making a real difference for schools, educators and students around Australia?

Visit the new ‘Our Stories’ page on our website to see how some of our My Mind Check partner schools have implemented the platform, the benefit they’ve seen, and what they’ve learned along the way.

Read these stories in full on our website: https://mymindcheck.org.au/our-stories

A special thank you to our partner schools for trusting us to share their stories: St Luke's Grammar School, Mount Carmel College, Hobart, Canberra Grammar School, Carey Baptist Grammar School and St Joseph's College Toowoomba.

10/08/2026

Bullying is harder to spot than you think.

That's the message at the heart of the Australian Government's new national campaign to stop school bullying. It's one we see borne out in schools across Australia: despite best efforts, much of what students experience goes unseen.

Early identification is vital, and a whole school approach to screening helps ensure that students get early and effective support, so that no student slips through the cracks.

My Mind Check exists to help schools SPOT bullying and STOP it. Our evidence-based check-ins give students a voice and a safe way to share how they're feeling, including experiences of bullying. Our simple traffic-light system and clear clinically informed follow-up framework support staff to act on what they learn with confidence.

Check-ins also give schools proactive insights about students’ wellbeing strengths and mental health risks, all in one platform. Our research with more than 10,000 Australian students found that students in participating schools reported 20% fewer emotional difficulties and 30% higher attendance. My Mind

Check is available FREE to all Australian schools, Foundation to Year 12. Reach out or visit our website if you’d like to learn more ➡️ https://mymindcheck.org.au

30/07/2026

Earlier this year, My Mind Check returned thanks to renewed government funding, enabling us to continue our mission to support schools with student wellbeing across Australia during 2026 🚀

This year, we’ve been busy helping even more schools enhance their wellbeing and anti-bullying initiatives with our proactive, evidence-based student check-in platform. We’ve now partnered with more than 300 schools since launching — supporting schools in all 8 states and territories, with 44% located in regional/remote areas.

When we built My Mind Check, we envisioned an Australia where good mental health gives every school student a foundation to thrive and reach their full potential, and we’re excited to continue this mission into the future.

Head to our website to learn how we can help support student wellbeing in your school.

15/12/2025

Following our update about the future of My Mind Check last week, future communications will shift to Macquarie University’s Lifespan Health and Wellbeing Research Centre.

To receive updates and learn about the latest research, training opportunities, and other services for students and schools, follow the Macquarie University Lifespan Health & Wellbeing Research Centre on social media and subscribe to receive the newsletter: https://www.mq.edu.au/research/research-centres-groups-and-facilities/centres/lifespan-health-and-wellbeing

12/12/2025

We have shared an important update with our schools and stakeholders regarding the future of My Mind Check beyond 2025. Our full statement is available on our website: https://mymindcheck.org.au/mcs

We remain committed to supporting schools and maintaining transparency throughout this process. Thank you to all our school partners for their continued dedication to student wellbeing.

07/12/2025

St Luke's Grammar School in NSW has seen a clear shift in how students talk about their mental health since introducing My Mind Check.

One staff member shared that a recent student check-in was the turning point that “really got her into support” – a reflection of how safe and approachable the process felt for students.

By normalising help-seeking, the check-ins created space for more honest conversations and revealed needs that might otherwise have gone unnoticed, helping staff respond earlier and with confidence.

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