Place2Be is the UK’s leading school based mental health charity with almost 30 years’ experience working with pupils, families and staff.

Not every childhood brings happy memories. Some children and young people experience traumas that most adults would struggle with. Abuse, grief or bullying experienced in early years can lead to eating disorders, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. 1 in 6 children and young people have a diagnosable mental health condition and this can stay with them throughout their lives. Being a child should be easier than this.

Place2Be is the UK’s leading charity working in schools to improve the social, emotional and mental wellbeing of children and young people in the crucial formative years of their lives. By providing support in their early years, we aim to prevent life-long mental health issues and help children and young people to cope with challenges throughout their lives, ensuring they can achieve to their full potential. 79% of children and young people with severe mental health difficulties had improved mental health after Place2Be counselling.