As teachers, we faced challenges addressing student well-being and class dynamics effectively. Existing efforts often fell short, leaving problems unaddressed or worsening. We needed a tool to listen to all students, take early action, and make a genuine difference. By prioritising collective well-being and creating tools and structure to work with wellbeing we aim to break this circle.
WOOF is an innovative solution that prioritises student well-being by utilising regular digital check-ins, known as "WOOFs," where students anonymously share their mood and contributing factors. This data-driven approach forms the basis for meaningful class discussions, collaborative efforts to enhance well-being along with a data metric to ensure impact and positive development.
WOOF goes beyond data collection by providing tailored recommendations for activities and mini-courses based on the student inputs. Students actively contribute their thoughts and experiences, becoming active participants in developing strategies for positive change.
WOOF draws on theories of behavioural change, self-efficacy, self-determination theory with a high focus on student autonomy and agency.
Preliminary results show that 80% of classes experience better self-reported mood within one month of working with WOOF (based on a sample of 30 classes).
WOOF is developed for school children age 6-15.
Within the past 3 years we have developed our own (Software-as-a-Service) SaaS-platform, making it possible to go from a few handheld WOOF-classes to a fully scalable solution.
WOOF spreads through word-of-mouth and Social Media ads. We take pride in building a strong and inspiring community since WOOF is created by teachers for teachers.
We have a strong focus on documenting our impact, making it tangible for users and stakeholders.
Teachers from more than 60% of Danish schools are already working with WOOF, impacting approx 60,000 students in Denmark alone.
Recently we launched in Norway and Sweden.
In March 2024 we took in Lea as our new American co-founder, who will be heading our US expansion. We have conducted 5 school trials across the US with very promising feedback.
WOOF is currently launched in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and the US, where teachers can easily create a free user and start working with their classroom on www.planetwoof.dk /.no /.se / .io
If you are interested in working with WOOF, please contact the WOOF team (woof@planetwoof.io) . We are eager to set up partnerships that can work as an entryway into new contexts and greater impact potential.