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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

Pupils from lots of primary schools standing in rows and smiling at the camera after their DDMIX workshop with Dame Darcey Bussell DBE

Dame Darcey Bussell DBE brings dance workshop to local school children on World Mental Health Day

DDMIX collaborates with Place2Be to improve pupil wellbeing at schools across the region.

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Place2Be announces theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026

Place2Be is delighted to announce that the theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 will be This is My Place.

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The Week Junior Book Awards 2025 winners revealed

Find out who the winners are for The Week Junior Book Awards 2025.

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