Place2Be

Place2Be welcomes the Government's proposed new laws to reform education and improve children and young people's wellbeing across the country. Among these reforms are plans to recruit more teachers, introduce breakfast clubs in primary schools, and reduce school uniform costs. As well as ensuring these laws come into effect, Place2Be is aware that wider reforms are also needed to make schools a place where young people's mental health is at the centre. This needs the collaboration of school leaders, the third sector, health, children’s services and Ofsted – backed by the Government. We also need the urgent expansion of school-based mental health services. We want to build a system where - come September - every child can walk through their school gates feeling positive, accepted and like they belong. Only then can we break down the barriers to opportunity. Read more about the proposed laws and Place2Be's response:

We had so much fun cheering on our fabulous runners at the #LondonLandmarksHalfMarathon earlier this year! 👏🏃 Apply for your place with Place2Be in the London Landmarks Half on 6 April 2025 #LLHM2025🔗 https://lnkd.in/eNxMkMAm 🫶 Help ensure no child has to face mental health problems alone. 🤝 Top-tier fundraising support and materials from our dedicated team. 🙌 VIP support on race day, including our enthusiastic cheering squad. 🍰 Post-race picnic to celebrate your achievement.

The latest Government data on attendance shows that 1 in 5 children are still persistently missing school. With a new Government in place, attendance must be a key priority area for the future of our children and young people. We recently convened a roundtable with colleagues at Centre for Mental Health & Children and Young People's Mental Health Coalition (CYPMHC) to address the issue of persistent absence. In this best practice framework created by leading specialists across policy, research, and delivery, we identify impactful evidence-based solutions to drive real change. Together, we agreed we need to: 💛 Make schools inclusive by reforming school culture 🗣️ Provide support for mental health issues and SEND 👪Work with families and spot when children are at risk 🏫 Tackle the systemic drivers of persistent and severe school absence Read our full recommendations 👇

📣 Our online parenting course, developed in partnership with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is now available for purchase by local authorities, community organisations, and academy trusts. Support families in your local area with the four-week programme, where parents and carers have access to: 💻 interactive content on a platform where they can share and learn from each other. 💬 online support from Place2Be Family Practitioners. Learn more:

A big farewell to Place2Be's Clinical Director Niki Cooper! Niki, who has been at Place2Be for over two decades, is stepping away from her role to take a break, do some travelling and then re-orientate for the next leg of the journey. In her final blog as Clinical Director, Niki reflects on her 22 years with Place2Be. 👏

Congratulations to Keir Starmer on your election as Prime Minister. We welcomed your manifesto pledge to increase mental health support in schools and look forward to working with the new Government on putting this into practice. Read more about our work and policy asks 👇

Your school could be eligible for new Department for Education grants to cover Place2Be's Senior Mental Health Leads training. The programme: 🏫 Takes a strategic approach to mental health in your school context 🎒 Will hone your leadership skills to effect real change for your pupils and staff Make sure you reserve your grant by 31 December 2024. Find out more 👇

"As someone who struggled with my mental health at school, coming to terms with myself allowed me to manage my mental health more. It took a huge weight off my back when I started to accept myself, I started to enjoy my life more and my wellbeing improved because of it." 💬 In an open letter to young people, Place2Be Ambassador Josh Smith shares his advice and encouragement for anyone who feels different or is struggling to express themselves. #MentalHealth #PrideMonth

It has been two weeks since our Arts & Minds Gala, which saw over 200 guests come together to enjoy performances and live art at the Battersea Arts Centre! We are so proud to have raised £308,441 which will make a big impact on improving children's mental health across the UK. We'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone involved! 💛 Here are some wonderful moments from the night! 📷

Today Pearson have launched their 2024 #PearsonSchoolReport. The report highlights the challenges schools in England face, and the potential solutions. 8 in 10 teachers expect mental health to be a barrier to learning in the next 6 months. Read the comment from our CEO below 👇 🔗 Read the report https://bit.ly/3L2m0XW