Breathwork at Sandbach High and Sixth Form College
Breathwork has been an integral part of school life at Sandbach High School & Sixth Form College since January 2024. It is offered in a variety of forms to support both students and staff. These include:
- Group interventions in form classes
- A Sixth Form enrichment programme
- Regular sessions with EHCP students and those affected by stress
- Pop-up events, including assemblies and lunchtime sessions for young carers
- 1:1 first aid-style sessions to support Year 13 students before exams
- Staff wellbeing lunch club throughout the school year
- Staff workshops during Alternative Learning Week
What is Immersive Breathwork?
Immersive Breathwork is a cutting-edge approach to wellness, healing, and stress management. It combines evidence-based techniques with immersive technology to create a transformative experience accessible to all.
Each session integrates multidimensional audio, including:
- Binaural brain entrainment
- Isochronic tones and solfeggio frequencies
- 432Hz harmonic tuning
- Breathwork exercises for relaxation or focus
- Guided coaching and subliminal hypnosis
- Bioacoustic sound effects
This holistic approach supports the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of young people, helping them build resilience and reach their full potential—both academically and personally.
Who delivers the sessions?
All sessions are delivered by Melanie McDevitt, a trauma-informed, CRB-checked educator with over a decade of experience teaching in primary and secondary settings. A former Head of House, Melanie brings a grounded, nurturing presence to all workshops and interventions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Certified 9D Breathwork Facilitator
- M.A., P.G.C.E.
- Reiki Master & Intuitive Healer
- Experienced in school-based, studio, private, and organisational settings
- Workshops delivered for women's foundations and wellbeing groups
What to expect in a session
- Arrival
Students are invited to remove shoes and blazers, choose a mat, and get comfortable with a blanket. First-time participants are introduced to the equipment. - We Breathe
Each session may involve lying down, sitting in lotus position, or focusing on an object such as an artificial candle. Participants wear immersive headsets, with tracks selected based on the group’s needs—whether to relax or to energise and focus. - Grounding & Gratitude
We end by grounding, expressing gratitude, and integrating the experience before returning to lessons or the day ahead.
Current Weekly Timetable (Excludes Pop-Up Sessions)
- Wednesdays – Week 1
- P2: EHCP students & referred students
- Lunch (Second Half): Staff Lunch Club
- P4: EHCP students & referred students
Try it at home
- Students and parents/carers are encouraged to try breathwork at home. For best results:
- Find a quiet, undisturbed space
- Wear headphones and an eye mask (optional)
- Choose the track that suits your intention—whether to slow down, improve focus, or drift into sleep
Explore:
🔗 9d.9dbreathwork.com/kids
For sleep support, the Nidra track in the "Slow" section is ideal.⚠️ Disclaimer: Please read the medical information on the website before beginning your breathwork practice.
We are proud to be the first school in Cheshire East and West to offer immersive breathwork as part of our wellbeing strategy. The positive impact on attendance, punctuality, and emotional health is a testament to our commitment to nurturing every student’s full potential.