Sleep Action
Formerly Sleep Scotland, the UK’s oldest sleep charity. Promoting healthy sleep in children, young people, and adults through education, support, and training. Because there is no health and wellbeing without sleep.
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- ❄️Did you know being too warm can stop your little one sleeping well? It’s easy to think fluffy onesies, socks and extra blankets will help… but cooler can actually be better for sleep! Read on for our top tips for a cooler, better night’s sleep... 1/2
- “If sleep is so important, why aren’t schools teaching it?” THEY ARE! 🏫➡️😴 Join schools across the UK and Ireland in teaching our Sound Sleep programme. It’s possible to learn better. And it starts in the classroom.
- An interesting study out of @curtinuniversity.bsky.social exploring the relationship between gaming and sleep 👇 thewest.com.au/news/wa/curt...
- Empower our children through sleep! Sleep is crucial for a child’s cognitive development, memory consolidation & emotional resilience. Find out how to support our manifesto... 1/2
- A good night’s rest is priceless. But we’ve all heard the same refrain: “There’s not enough money in the budget for training...” “The team is too busy right now...” ➡️ But addressing sleep health benefits both service users AND acts as preventative care, reducing pressure on services.
- Sound Sleep is built for busy educators 🎒🚌📖 Two short twilight sessions cover sleep science and its impact on physical health, emotional resilience, and academic performance. Sessions are highly interactive, featuring case studies and group discussions.
- Sleep Action are excited to be planning our ’Wake up to Sleep on World Sleep Day 2026' event at Scottish Parliament in March. In our manifesto we're calling for sleep education to be part of the curriculum, ensuring every child & young person can reach their full potential. ➡️Read on... 1/2
- 📢Calling all Sleep Counsellors! We are delighted to have launched our first Sleep Counsellor Newsletter. Packed with all the latest news & updates from Sleep Action. 🙌In the launch issue we’ve announced exciting news about our Annual Sleep Counsellor Conference. 📧Check your inboxes for more.
- Does conventional sleep guidance work for adults with complex support needs? These individuals experience sleep difficulties more often and with greater complexity. And can mean: 🩺 Worsening physical health 🧠 Heightened cognitive & emotional challenges 💬 Reduced communication and engagement
- There’s no magic spell for boosting classroom attention, but helping pupils sleep better can feel pretty close ✨ An evaluation found 62% of teachers said pupils’ attention improved after introducing Sound Sleep into their curriculum. And the best part? You don’t need a wand to make it happen:
- 📢 LIMITED SPACES 📢 Learn to conduct a sleep assessment and create person-centred sleep plans tailored to each individual. Sleep Counselling for Adults is evidence-based and practice-focused. So don't wait. Book now: sleepaction.org/sleep-traini...
- Sleep is essential for every child’s learning, memory, and emotional wellbeing. That’s why we are urging the Scottish Government, Education Scotland, and local authorities to make sleep education a core part of the curriculum. 📢 Join us in advocating for better sleep in schools! Read on.. 1/2
- Did you know eating healthier can also help you sleep better? No really! Read on to find out some helpful tips on food and sleep ... 1/2
- 💤Less booze = more snooze If you’re doing Dry January, you could also be helping your sleep quality. 😴 ➡️Read on to find out more... #BetterSleep 1/2
- New Year's Resolutions. Many of us set our sights on getting fitter in the new year. It’s great to get moving as exercise can improve your overall mood and health, plus it can help you sleep better. Read on for our tips for better sleep...
- Supercharge your 2026 CPD with Sleep Awareness 😴 📖 Learn about sleep and how to effectively conduct a sleep assessment. 🛌 Create tailored sleep plans for better outcomes for families. 🚀 Enhance your service offering with this accredited training. 👉 Commit to your CPD and book: buff.ly/NLN072f
- 2026 is the year for better sleep! Sleep Action is the UK's oldest sleep charity and leading provider of sleep information, training and support. 1/2
- 🌟 Transform adult sleep in 2026 🌙 Poor sleep doesn’t just affect nights; it impacts health, independence and quality of life. Our Sleep Counselling for Adults training gives you the skills to tackle sleep challenges. Laura, a Residential Care Social Worker, saw incredible results:
- Evidence-based, practice-focused, and ready to empower you and your team to meet the needs of individuals with complex support needs. ✨ Built on 27+ years of applied experience ❤️ Focuses on tailored, compassionate support. Registrations close soon, don't wait. Book now: buff.ly/TgxhjRv
- New Year's resolutions like... 🍌Eating healthier 🏃♀️Exercising 🍸Reducing alcohol 🚭Quitting smoking Can be great sleep promoters, improving sleep quality & quantity 😴 1/2
- When pupils are taught the importance of sleep, they make better choices, build better habits and arrive at school ready to learn. Unlock potential, improve wellbeing & create a happier, healthier school experience. Bring sleep education to your school: 24th–25th February 2026: buff.ly/tRap9ks
- 🌟 It's a new year with new opportunities to make a lasting impact 🌙 ➡️ Our Sleep Counselling for Children and Young People training equips you with skills to tackle complex sleep challenges and empower families. Jennifer, a Community Nurse Practitioner, saw incredible results from our course:
- We're nominated 🏆🏆🏆 Capella, the charity that operates Sleep Action, has been shortlisted for 3 awards by #Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce These nominations recognise our work transforming lives, because there is no health and wellbeing without sleep. #ECCAwards26
- Sleep is crucial for a child’s cognitive development, memory consolidation & emotional resilience. We're calling on the Scottish Government, Education Scotland & local authorities to make sleep a core part of the curriculum, so every child can thrive at school, home & beyond. ➡️Support us... 1/2
- Unlock Pupil Potential: Better Sleep for Better Learning this School Year. Ready to tackle poor focus, behaviour, and attendance? The solution is here! Sound Sleep equips schools with the skills and curriculum-linked tools to embed vital sleep education into your health & wellbeing curriculum.
