Inner Education
Foundation

Bringing mindfulness and inner development into schools

We provide grants, practical resources and expert support to help schools find the right approach for their students, teachers and communities and integrate it into everyday education.

For schools • educators • researchers • communities • social entrepreneurs • philanthropists

THREE WAYS WE CAN HELP

One hub for schools, educators and communities

Explore Programs

Explore programs in mindfulness, social-emotional learning, wellbeing, self-awareness, and other areas of Inner Education.

People & Jobs

Find the experts you need for your school, or explore roles and projects if you’re a specialist.

Get Support

Explore grants, implementation support, teacher training, and other ways to support your school.

What we believe

A few principles that guide everything we do

Every child has an inner world worth nurturing

Education should support children not only in what they know and do, but also in how they understand themselves and relate to the world around them.

Education should support whole-person development

Learning should help children develop their thinking, attention, emotions, physical wellbeing, self-awareness, and relationships.

Attention is a foundational skill for learning and life

The ability to focus, sustain attention, and notice what is happening supports learning, self-regulation, and thoughtful choices.

Inner Education should be open source

Knowledge and tools for inner development should be accessible to schools and educators, without expensive programs or isolated communities standing in the way.

Schools need more than programs — they need support

Successful implementation requires funding, teacher preparation, practical guidance, and access to people with the right expertise.

Lasting change requires collaboration

Schools, educators, researchers, organizations, and independent experts can create greater impact by sharing knowledge, resources, and experience.

Featured programs

Trusted programs for schools

MindUP

The Goldie Hawn Foundation's neuroscience-based social-emotional learning program.

Ages 3–14 · Mindful attention

SEE Learning

Social, Emotional and Ethical Learning — a K–12 framework developed by Emory University.

Ages 3–19 · Attention

Sanford Harmony

Ready-made Pre-K–grade 6 lessons on building classroom community and valuing others.

Ages 4–12 · Classroom community

Second Step

Five programs under one brand, from Early Learning (4–5) to High School (grade 12).

Ages 4–18 · Social-emotional skills
People & Jobs

Connecting schools with specialists

For schools

Find the right specialist for your school

Connect with educators, facilitators, consultants and volunteers who can help your school choose, implement and develop Inner Education programs.

For specialists

Offer your expertise to schools

Create a profile and connect with schools looking for expertise in mindfulness, social-emotional learning, wellbeing and related areas.

Ready to bring Inner Education to your school?

We can help you find the right program, prepare your team and explore funding options.

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