Inner Education is education that intentionally develops a child's inner capacities — attention, emotional regulation, body awareness, mental clarity and self-understanding — alongside the outer curriculum.
It is not a single method or a religion. It is a category of practice, most often expressed through secular, age-appropriate programs used in schools.
Examples
- A daily 5-minute breath practice at the start of literacy lessons
- A whole-school shared vocabulary for emotions
- Teacher preparation programs that include adult mindfulness
Last reviewed: 2026-02-14