Praise for The Wellbeing Ecosystem by Tony Cox

‘The Wellbeing Ecosystem positions wellbeing as a core operating system of schools, not an add-on program, and frames it as critical to addressing teacher burnout and retention. A great read for any school leader passionate about creating, leading and sustaining a school where everyone’s wellbeing matters.’
Nina McCabe, Principal, Garran Primary School, ACT

‘The Wellbeing Ecosystem shifts the conversation from superficial fixes to real, systemic change, treating wellbeing as an essential performance strategy rather than a soft luxury. An excellent guide for any educational leader looking to replace the culture of stoic endurance with sustainable, structural care.’
Dr Katherine (Caite) Khan, AITSL Certified Lead Teacher, Roong Aroon International School, Bangkok, Thailand

‘Clear, logical, practical and grounding. It recognises the genuine tensions of school life while offering optimistic direction and takeaways for teachers and leaders. I would love to start using it with our staff immediately.’
Belinda Reitstatter, Director, Canberra Girls Grammar Junior School

‘As a classroom teacher, I thoroughly enjoyed The Wellbeing Ecosystem. Its real-world examples made the content feel authentic and relatable, and there were plenty of practical takeaways I could see teachers applying straight away in the realities of everyday school life.’
Gabbi Bannister, Classroom Teacher, ACT

‘Tony has created a whole new paradigm. The concepts and practices are presented in simple yet profound, easily understood language. If ever there was a book for the times, this is it.’
David Raff, Retired Principal, ACT Education Directorate

‘The Wellbeing Ecosystem gave words to experiences I’d long struggled to articulate. The FIFTHER model is a practical and powerful framework that deeply resonated with me as a teacher. This book challenged my thinking, validated my experiences, and offered realistic ways to strengthen wellbeing in both myself and my school.’
Kassie Miller, Teacher, New South Wales

‘After reading The Wellbeing Ecosystem, I realise the positive culture in our school did not happen by chance – and for that, I am incredibly grateful. As I read, I found myself noting things I want to implement at a class level. Every teacher and student deserves an environment that prioritises wellbeing and allows them to thrive. The Wellbeing Ecosystem provides the language, structure, and strength for that journey to happen.’
Peta Alexander, Teacher, Melbourne, Victoria