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At Place2Be, we want to express our gratitude to the teachers and supporting staff who go above and beyond in schools every day.

You shape the minds and futures of our children and young people, and we thank you for all that you do. 💛

Thank a Teacher UK

We’re looking for mainstream secondary state schools in England to help us by taking part in a national trial of the Learning Together for Mental Health Programme 🧠

Our friends at Place2Be are trialling a whole-school intervention to help young people thrive. It looks at academic outcomes, mental health, feelings of belonging and engagement for students, reducing bullying, and fostering a positive school climate.

You’ll be randomly assigned to either:

📊 The trial group, where your school will receive the intervention and £500 as a thank you
📊 The control group, where your school continues as normal and you receive £1,000

What are the expected benefits?

An earlier version of this programme in 40 secondary schools showed:
✓ Improved academic achievement and attendance
✓ Significant reduction in bullying
✓ Improved student mental health and wellbeing
✓ Improved school climate and student-staff relationships
✓ Reduced substance use

The programme puts relationships at the heart of school improvement. Through training, your staff will gain practical skills to:
✓ Prevent and resolve conflicts without relying on sanctions alone
✓ Create calmer, more productive classrooms where positive behaviour flourishes
✓ Reduce teacher burnout by providing effective relationship-based tools

Find out more: https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/schools/learning-together-for-mental-health/?fbclid=IwVERDUAScogFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeFooOEKq4v8MxLF9SSdsQilmxXLntoEqxex8Qh41uvNKjshEZAk08GgawleI_aem_HE-L0Fo0wOcEMpUdzGJfjg

Last week, we visited two fantastic schools in Rochdale and Birmingham with the Young BAFTA Roadshow! 🎉

Alongside introducing students to the exciting world of film, TV and games, our celebrity hosts Ben Shires and Shanequa Paris were inspired by the compassion and creativity of every pupil they met.

From asking insightful questions to sharing aspirations, the students we visited reminded us why it is important to continue creating space for young people to be heard and supported. 💛

Click here to read more about the visit: https://bit.ly/43olJrK

Almost 90 incredible runners have gone the distance this spring, raising an amazing £150,000 for Place2Be 💛

From London to Manchester, our passionate supporters have covered over 2,000 miles all to help children and young people access vital mental health support across the UK.

We’re so proud of every single step taken. Thank you for making a difference 🏃‍♀️✨

When a child is struggling, the whole family feels it. But with the right support, families can find hope again and children can thrive.

Through our 'Lifting Families, Changing Lives' appeal, we’re raising funds to support parents and carers alongside their children, because lasting change happens when families are supported together.

Our Family Practitioners work alongside parents and carers to rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships, and create brighter futures.

Will you help us bring that support to more families? 🌱

🔗 Donate through the link below
https://bit.ly/4nVRiCk

Want to know what it’s really like to train as a child counsellor?

Discover more at a Place2Be Counselling Taster Day this June in London!

Click the link below to find out more and reserve your spot. 🔗
https://bit.ly/43mNBfT

Place2Be would like to give a MASSIVE congratulations to all our new Postgraduate Diploma graduates! 🎉

Your hard work, resilience and commitment to becoming practitioners is truly inspiring, and the difference you will make in supporting children and young people’s mental health is immeasurable. 💛

Are you interested in a career as a child and young person’s counsellor? Learn more about our qualifying courses through the link below. 🔗

https://bit.ly/4vgSNOg