Bianca McLeish sitting at a desk smiling with notebook and coffee, representing teacher wellbeing support.

Helping teachers improve their wellbeing through holistic support and evidence-based learning.

I combine holistic wellbeing strategies with practical, evidence-based professional development to help teachers regulate their nervous systems and manage stress.

 

Discover how nervous system regulation can improve your teaching experience.

 

In a profession that demands so much, your wellbeing is not a luxury—it’s a foundation. Through evidence-informed nervous system regulation techniques, you’ll learn how to gently shift from overwhelm to grounded presence. These strategies aren’t just theoretical; they’re designed for real classrooms, real challenges, and real humans. Whether you're facing burnout or emotional exhaustion, this space offers tools to help you feel more centered, supported, and sustainably strong.

 
 

Hi, I am Bianca McLeish - Founder of The Teacher Wellbeing Academy

I am devoted to helping teachers feel seen, supported, and sustainably well. Though I now lead wellbeing initiatives across schools, the teacher in me still guides every step. It’s not just what I do—it’s who I am.

My story and qualifications

Ways We Support You

 
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Read the book: Teacher Wellbeing Transformed

Grounded in neuroscience and psychology, this book reveals why teachers stay stuck in survival mode—and offers practical, evidence-based tools to help them thrive, reclaim energy, and rediscover joy in teaching.

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Workshops, mentoring and keynote speaking

Compassionate, evidence-informed support for educators—through workshops, mentoring, and keynote speaking. Each service blends neuroscience, regulation tools, and practical strategies to help teachers thrive, not just survive.

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  • "Empowers teachers to be informed about their body and mind."

    Teacher Wellbeing Transformed addresses the ever-evolving reality that the teaching and learning space is getting harder for teachers each year. Bianca’s style of conversational and informative writing invites the reader to feel like they are being heard and seen as they navigate their way through the struggles of burnout. This book not only provides tips and tricks to get teachers mindfully through their day but also empowers them to be informed about their body and mind.

    – Caitlin Cornish – Head of Department Student Services, PE and English Teacher, Townsville

  • “Every teacher needs this book!”

    As I read, I could feel my body becoming calmer – so many moments just made perfect sense. I was genuinely shocked that, despite all the professional development I’ve done, I spent most of this book thinking, ‘Wow, how did I not know this?’ I love how practical it is, with the exercises throughout guiding me towards a deeper understanding of myself. Every teacher needs this book!

    – Lisa Rankin – Experienced Senior Teacher (primary), Tannum Sands

 

my approach

Honouring your journey, Equipping your future

  • Validate

    I honour each educators’ lived experience—validating their challenges with compassion, listening deeply, and reflecting their worth.

  • Support

    I offer tailored, evidence-informed tools that meet educators where they are—honoring their unique needs and strengths.

  • Empower

    I empower educators’ with sustainable wellbeing tools to regulate their nervous systems, manage stress and redefine their purpose.

 

Gentle guidance for your sustainable wellbeing journey

Featuring tools, reflections, and practices to help you build capacity, regulate with care, and lead with purpose.

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Sustainable wellbeing for real educators

Whether you're curious about our workshops, seeking one-on-one mentoring, or exploring school-wide support, The Teacher Wellbeing Academy is here to walk alongside you. Let’s turn insight into action—because your wellbeing deserves more than good intentions.

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