Helping make BIG feelings child-size
We help children N.A.M.E. their emotions in healthy, constructive ways, which stands for Notice, Accept, Manage, and Express. Through this framework, children become “Feelings Detectives®,” while adults step into their roles as “Emotional Champions.” It’s more than a method; it’s a way for families and professionals to learn and grow together through play.
Building Confidence, One Smile at a Time
Sunny Kids Shine® was founded in 2018 by Jodie Smart with a clear mission: to help children become emotionally secure, resilient, and content young people. Drawing from more than ten years of educational expertise, we provide dedicated support to families and professionals, with a specialised focus on SEMH and SEND needs.
At the core of our work is the award-winning Feelings Detective® curriculum. Through this program, we thoughtfully blend compassion and creativity with evidence-based practices like CBT, emotional intelligence, and self-compassion. Above all, we are driven by the belief that every child deserves to be seen and heard, a principle that sits at the very heart of our work.
What Makes Sunny Kids Shine® Different
Big feelings can be overwhelming, but we help children of all ages Notice, Accept, Manage, and Express their emotions, turning challenges into growth and helping them SHINE from the inside out.
About Sunny Kids Shine
Jodie Smart is the founder of Sunny Kids Shine®. She established the organisation to champion emotional wellbeing in children especially those facing SEMH and SEND challenges and to provide support with sensitivity, creativity, and care.
Background & Qualifications
Guiding Principles & Expertise
Philosophy
Jodie believes every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and confident not simply “fixed.” Emotions are natural, and sometimes BIG. Her mission is to help children understand their feelings, manage them with kindness, and express them in healthy, authentic ways.
What She Brings to Sunny Kids Shine
With over a decade of hands-on experience in diverse educational settings, Jodie combines expertise with compassion. She is committed to inclusive practice and believes that when children and the people around them are emotionally nourished, they can truly shine from the inside out.
