How to Create a Stress-Free Environment in School
BY ADMIN PUBLISHED February 21, 2024, UPDATED February 27, 2025
Dear Educators/Facilitators/Teachers/HRTs,
What does your classroom look like when the students walk in? Is it a space that welcomes them with open arms to explore, learn, evaluate and grow?
Are there subtle touches - like soft lighting, inspiring posters, cute artworks or a calm corner - that encourage them to focus and feel at ease? These details, although often overlooked, play a significant role in how our students learn.
At Delhi Public School Ghaziabad Society, we understand that the right environment can make all the difference. Past 45 years, we are committed to creating a school where every student feels safe, valued and excited to learn.
But how do we achieve this? How do we ensure that our classrooms are not just places of academic learning, but spaces where students can build confidence, cultivate a love for learning and grow as an individual? Keep scrolling to find out why we are the leading group of schools in shaping a healthier, happier future for DPSGites -
Strategies to Create Stress-Free Learning Environment
DPSG uses a variety of stress-relieving educational strategies, including routine, variety and positive reinforcement. Parents may continue this approach at home by incorporating structured routines and a variety of learning methods, creating a positive environment for their child's overall development. The spectrum of strategies for stress-free education includes the following:
1. Set Clear Expectations
Establishing clear rules and expectations from day one helps students understand what’s expected of them, leading to fewer disruptions and better involvement. When students know the boundaries and are given a structured routine, they can focus better on learning, knowing they are in a respectful and safe space. They find solace and security in what is known. Setting up guidelines establishes a platform for good classroom dynamics that decreases stress and supports learning.
2. Encourage Open Communication
Create a classroom culture where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, ideas and even concerns. An open-door policy where students can freely ask questions and express themselves (right from the beginning) encourages confidence and respect among peers. Active listening from educators makes students feel heard and valued.
3. Cheer Them On & Offer Continuous Motivation
Teachers play a crucial role in shaping the environment of learning and their continuous enthusiasm and motivation have a positive impact on their students. For that reason, our facilitators remain proactive by participating in refresher courses to ensure that they remain dynamic and respond to the changing needs of their students.
As quoted by Maya Angelou:
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
Besides improving education standards, this commitment demonstrates continuous improvement, thus creating a culture of learning in education where both teachers and students can grow and evolve in adaptability. Encourage small wings through verbal praise or tangible rewards to boost their self-esteem and motivate them to fly higher.
4. Build Strong Relationships
Take the time to get to know each student! At DPSG Group of Schools, we maintain a 15:1 student-teacher ratio to ensure personalised attention to every child. Our teachers show genuine interest in students’ lives, passions and challenges. When students feel connected to their teachers, they are more likely to engage actively in lessons and feel emotionally supported.
5. Incorporate Student Interests
Incorporating students' interests into lessons makes learning more engaging and relevant. When students see that their passions are considered, they feel more invested in their education. Whether it’s through project-based learning, field trips or class discussions, making room for their interests helps create a deeper, more enjoyable learning experience.
6. Variety is Fun
It is important to inject variety into the learning process so that students are energised and always enthusiastic. Considering that children learn differently, educators/facilitators at DPSG use different methods such as stories, rhymes, pictures, drama and games to fulfil the needs as per students' preferences. Playful activities for students, such as quizzes and interactive games, make the learning process fun and less hectic.
7. Create a Safe Space for Mistakes
REMEMBER - Learning thrives in an environment where students aren’t afraid to make mistakes! Encourage a growth mindset by emphasising that errors are part of the learning process. When students feel that their mistakes won’t lead to embarrassment but are seen as opportunities for growth, they’ll take more academic risks and develop confidence in their abilities.
8. Design an Inviting Classroom Space
Your classroom space should reflect the positive atmosphere you wish to create. Simple touches like comfortable seating, plenty of natural light and spaces for students to relax or work together can greatly impact the classroom's energy. A thoughtfully designed classroom can boost students' motivation and help them focus better on their learning.
This will not just improve academics but also help in their overall development.
9. Constant Parental Involvement
At DPSG, we believe that a stress-free learning environment is nurtured through strong partnerships between the school and parents. Parental involvement plays a crucial role in ensuring our students feel supported, understood and motivated every step of the way.
Besides, regular updates, collaborative discussions and active participation in school activities allow parents to stay informed and engaged in their child’s educational journey. This seamless connection helps alleviate academic pressures, making students feel reassured that their growth is a shared priority.
10. Sharing the Love & Joy of Learning
We’ve all heard the classic ‘Nothing much’ when asking kids about their day! Thus, we understand how hard it can be for parents to stay connected to everything happening during the school day. That’s why sharing these moments through social media or your classroom platform is a great way to keep parents and guardians in the loop.
P.S. Make sure you have the necessary permission/consent from parents/guardians before sharing any student photos. Once that’s all set, feel free to capture and share snapshots/clips of the incredible learning journeys taking place in your classrooms every day.
Together, Let’s March Towards a Stress-Free Learning Experience
It takes an approach involving routine, variety, fun, positive reinforcement, enthusiasm, personal relationships and self-adjustment to challenges, in order to build a collaborative learning environment in the classroom. And these strategies enhance academic performance and facilitate the health of learners!
If you’re inspired by our commitment to creating a stress-free learning environment and want to see how DPSG Faridabad can shape your child’s educational journey, we’d love to welcome you.
Make an enquiry via https://www.dpsgs.org/faridabad/enquiry/make-an-enquiry and schedule a tour today to take the first step toward a brighter future for your child. Admissions Open for 2025-26!
