Tag: mental health

The Reading Agency encourages families to sign up to free Summer Reading Challenge to tackle holiday isolation

Starting July 4th, families will be able to sign up to The Reading Agency’s free 2026 Summer Reading Challenge – the UK’s biggest reading programme for children – delivered in partnership with Universal Music Group UK This year’s Read to the Beat theme blends stories, rhythm, performance and creativity, and includes free library events, celebrity readings and a nationwide creative competition with the…

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Feeling connected at school aids pupil mental health and attendance, study finds

Strong relationships with school staff and a sense of belonging at school can protect teenagers’ mental wellbeing and help reduce absences, according to new findings from The University of Manchester’s #BeeWell programme. The large-scale study shows that while poor mental health can drive disengagement from school, positive day-to-day school experiences play a critical role in protecting…

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How football is helping schools open up conversations about children’s mental health with a new teaching resource

Talking about mental health in primary classrooms can feel daunting. Teachers know these conversations matter – but finding age‑appropriate, practical ways to start them isn’t always straightforward. As Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May) approaches, Premier League recommends turning to an unexpected ally: football. Through Premier League Primary Stars, teachers can use a suite of…

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Is your school emotionally healthy?

Clear Sky Children’s Charity are pleased to invite all Oxfordshire schools to apply for FULLY FUNDED access to their new Emotionally Healthy Schools programme! Developed in 2025 and currently in place in over 50 Oxfordshire Primaries, our Emotionally Healthy Schools platform is an on-demand resource, providing individual online access for EVERY member of your school…

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Celebrate Inclusion with Free ‘Active Allies’ Wristbands from Premier League Primary Stars

With pupil wellbeing and belonging under real pressure in UK schools, simple tools that help build positive relationships are more valuable than ever. Recent DfE data highlights ongoing concerns around pupils’ sense of safety, enjoyment and belonging at school, and also reveal that many children continue to face online harm and bullying, reinforcing the need…

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Inclusive education in focus: BCE responds to the government’s SEND reforms and funding boost

At Big Creative Education (BCE), we welcome the government’s recognition of the challenges within the SEND system and the commitment to increasing funding for education providers and local authorities. Many young people require support in class and this is something we take very seriously at BCE. Half of our young people, talented creatives, have SEND,…

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New Mental Health Toolkit Launches for Schools Amid Growing Crisis in Children’s Wellbeing

New Mental Health Toolkit launched for UK schools to tackle rising wellbeing crisis among children  Developed by The Daily Mile Foundation and SAMH, the free resource links physical activity with mental health support  Toolkit based on Five Ways to Wellbeing, co-created with teachers and pupils for practical classroom use  One in five UK children aged…

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New Mental Health Toolkit Launches for Schools Amid Growing Crisis in Children’s Wellbeing

New Mental Health Toolkit launched for UK schools to tackle rising wellbeing crisis among children  Developed by The Daily Mile Foundation and SAMH, the free resource links physical activity with mental health support  Toolkit based on Five Ways to Wellbeing, co-created with teachers and pupils for practical classroom use  One in five UK children aged…

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Football inspires learning: Premier League Primary Stars free classroom resources for World Mental Health Day

As teachers prepare to mark World Mental Health Day (10 October), Premier League Primary Stars is stepping up with a suite of free, curriculum-linked resources designed to spark meaningful classroom discussions on wellbeing. Used in more than 20,000 primary schools, the programme has been shown to make a real difference. By combining the power of…

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Eleos Group partners with Great Schools Trust to lead student mental health strategy across all their schools

Cheshire-based mental health consultancy Eleos Group has announced a new partnership with Great Schools Trust, a multi-academy trust focused on leadership and character education, to embed co-created, mental health policies and develop clinical strategies to support students across all seven of its schools in the North West. The move forms part of the Trust’s long-term…

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Shocking double disadvantage: two million UK children with speech and language challenges face mental health crisis

A devastating double disadvantage is robbing two million UK children of a happy,  healthy childhood, according to a new report launched today by Speech and Language UK.1 The report reveals that children struggling with talking and understanding words are not only more likely to develop mental health problems2 – they’re also less likely to get…

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DISCOVERY EDUCATION PRESENTS A NEW COLLECTION OF TEACHING RESOURCES FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK OBSERVANCES

Discovery Education is observing Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 (12th – 18th May) by providing UK schools with a new collection of digital resources supporting pupils’ mental health and wellbeing.   Available via Discovery Education’s award-winning digital learning services Espresso and Health and Relationships, the new content collection gives primary schools high-quality digital resources to…

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Quester Therapies Offers Holistic Support for Children’s Mental Health During Mental Health Awareness Week

  As Mental Health Awareness Week (13–19 May 2025) approaches, Quester Therapies is highlighting its comprehensive, child-centred approach to supporting young people’s mental health. With 95% of UK school staff reporting increased pupil anxiety, 86% noting a rise in low self-esteem, and three in four UK parents concerned about their child’s emotional and mental wellbeing…

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Clear Sky launch new Emotionally Healthy Schools platform…

Clear Sky have launched a new Emotionally Healthy Schools platform. Developed by highly qualified therapeutic professionals and packed with practical tools for supporting whole school emotional health and wellbeing. The development of this platform was supported by Oxfordshire Community’s Step Change Fund, who have generously supported this initiative since the beginning of the 2025. Complete…

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Howden study highlights deteriorating mental health and escalating financial challenges for college and university students

The 2024 Student Happiness Index, a survey of 2,382 students studying in the UK (1.), has revealed significant concerns regarding the deteriorating mental health and increasing financial difficulties faced by those in further, higher, and postgraduate education. The survey, commissioned annually by the specialist education division (formerly Endsleigh Insurance) within Howden, the UK’s largest insurance…

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Theo Walcott helps Premier League launch children’s self-esteem teaching resource

  The Premier League has launched new mental health resources for children focused on how they can build their self-esteem.   The Building Self Esteem resource is available to more than 19,000 primary schools across England and Wales through the League’s primary school education programme, Premier League Primary Stars.   Available for Children’s Mental Health…

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World Mental Health Day – Mind the gap Teachers Struggle and Speak Out as Nearly 70% of Pupils Show Signs of Anxiety

  As the world gears up for World Mental Health Day on Thursday October 10th, the spotlight is on a growing concern among educators and mental health professionals. A recent survey showed that the increasing number of pupils showing signs of stress, anxiety, and emotional distress is staggering. With 68% of pupils requiring some support…

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New nurturing space at Pear Tree Community Junior School set to transform mental wellbeing for all pupils in collaboration with Place2Be through funding from the Barratt Foundation

Pear Tree Community Junior School in Derby has launched a new initiative to support positive mental health and wellbeing for all its pupils.   This community-minded school, which is part of the Transform Trust family, has created a nurturing dedicated space within the school in collaboration with leading children’s mental health charity, Place2Be and Barratt…

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WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY OBSERVANCES GET A BOOST FROM NEW TEACHING RESOURCES BY DISCOVERY EDUCATION

  To help primary schools observe World Mental Health Day, global edtech leader Discovery Education today unveiled a new collection of digital resources supporting pupils’ mental health and wellbeing.   Available via Discovery Education’s award-winning digital learning programmes Espresso and Health and Relationships, the new resources give primary schools high-quality digital content to engage young people…

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Four Steps to Better Wellbeing in Schools – Words by Rachel Jones – Headteacher and Safeguarding Lead at Kingsley St John’s School in Cheshire

Rachel Jones As a headteacher, it is concerning to witness the rise in mental health issues among students post-pandemic. Early intervention is crucial, especially given the alarming statistics showing that over 500,000 children are waiting for mental health support. We wanted to explore how we could assist our pupils in facing these challenges. After the…

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Are independent schools facing a mental health crisis? New research finds half have seen rise in pupil stress and anxiety

  11 is the average age pupil mental health issues are being identified Almost nine in 10 independent schools have increased mental health support for pupils  Peer pressure to fit in, unrealistic body images, and dysfunctional home lives are the top contributing factors to poor pupil mental health   New research1 from specialist education insurer…

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