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Our work

Our work

Guided by our mission, vision, values and approach, we have provided mental health services in schools for over 30 years.

In the last school year: 

  • we supported over 45,000 children and young people
  • more than 14,000 children and young people benefitted from our targeted clinical support.

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Our approach

We use a distinctive therapeutic approach to support children and young people early, including working with the whole school community.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

Place2Be is fully committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

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Our mission and values

We are passionate about improving children's and young people's mental health, guided by our mission, vision and values.

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Our history

Since Place2Be was founded in 1994, we’ve grown into a national charity. We now offer a range of services in over 500 schools across the UK.

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Our Work In Scotland

Mental health services in Scotland

Place2Be has worked in Scotland since 2001, creating a Place2Be in schools for children aged four and up. Learn more about what we do to improve the lives of Scottish children and young people.

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Mental services in Wales

Since 2009, Place2Be has been empowering children and young people in Wales by providing vital mental health support services in schools. Learn more about Place2Be's work in Wales and its impact.

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News & blogs

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Place2Be releases for Children’s Mental Health Week 2025

Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 will encourage children and young people to embrace and build self-awareness.

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BAFTA Roadshow presenters Sam Homewood (left) and Shanequa Paris (right) sit in a classroom with a group of smiling children from Ark Castledown Primary Academy in Hastings.

The Young BAFTA Roadshow with Place2Be arrives in Hastings

Children at Ark Castledown Primary Academy in Hastings were surprised with a Young BAFTA Roadshow visit.

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De-Graft Mensah and Mirain Iwerydd standing in a classroom smiling while holding a BAFTA trophy.

The Young BAFTA Roadshow with Place2Be arrives in Wales

Children at Tredegarville C.I.W. Primary School in Cardiff were surprised with a Young BAFTA Roadshow visit.

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