ARCHITECTURE & FRAMEWORKS
The BrainyCo Products and Resources are underpinned by the following Architecture and Frameworks
BRAINYCO ARCHITECTURE
BrainyCo is backed by a thoughtful framework drawing on principles from allied health and education to support mental health outcomes and participation goals for people of all ages. Our aim is to help people better understand themselves. Because when we understand ourselves and each other, we facilitate opportunities for participation, connection and inclusion.
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Mission:
ALL BRAINS BELONG. NO BRAIN IS WRONG
& EVERYONE FEELS IT.
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Design Principles
ACCESS BY ALL
Community inspired. No words, no prior insight, no explanation required. A point/ gesture is enough. Built for everyone from the start.​​
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FIND THE FIT
Regulation means ‘Finding a Fit’ - not calm.
There is no wrong brain. The question is always context, never suppression.
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DIFFERENT DOORS
Brain states show up in thoughts, feelings, or the actions. BrainyCo. provides an entry point for all three.
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BRAIN STATES, NOT TRAITS
A brain state is something visiting - not something you are. That separation is the foundation of everything.
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Inside Outcomes​ (Mental Health)
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EMOTIONAL CAPACITY​
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REGULATORY CAPACITY
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​PSYCHOLOGICAL FLEXIBILITY
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SELF AGENCY​
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Outside Outcomes (Participation)
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CONNECTION WITH COMMUNICATION
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CAPACITY IN CONTEXT
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ENGAGEMENT WITH MEANING​
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CULTURAL INCLUSION​
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The MTSS Framework
BrainyCo aligns with a Multi-Tiered System of Supports by providing evidence-informed, neuro-affirming resources for students across every level of need. One consistent visual language supports wellbeing, engagement, communication and participation across diverse learning environments - and creates continuity for students, educators and families as support becomes more tailored. By bridging education, wellbeing, and inclusion, BrainyCo helps schools build a proactive, strengths-based MTSS framework that empowers every learner to thrive. Most resources are built for one level of intervention. BrainyCo works across all three.
Other Frameworks
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