MHPSS actions are very important to help children achieve better academic results. During the pilot implementation we observed that most children who fled from war and conflict experienced trauma and distress. They frequently and subsequently had difficulties focusing and a tendency of towards hyperactive and more aggressive behaviours, often being engaged in conflict and bullying with each other. In order for the Successful Educational Actions (SEAs) practices to be conducted with them, it was very important to play in groups like Team Up activities or group activities like ‘Right to Play’, by means of an MHPSS approach first before any educational activities, to prepare the children emotionally and psychologically.  

Integrating MHPSS and SEA practices plays a vital role in promoting children’s wellbeing, sense of belonging and academic achievement. A combination of SEAs and MHPSS as a novel idea which has proven to be effective and successful can be a strong argument for advancing the sustainability of Refuge-ed project actions at the local and national level, in order to enhance the education system to better work for all and contribute towards dynamic integration and social inclusion.