Our work
Our work
Guided by our mission, vision, values and approach, we have provided mental health services in schools for almost 30 years.
In the last school year:
- 6,901 pupils were supported through one-to-one counselling
- 33,327 pupils booked their own appointments to speak to our mental health professional
Our approach
We use a distinctive therapeutic approach to support children and young people early, including working with the whole school community.
Diversity and inclusion
Place2Be is fully committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.
Our mission and values
We are passionate about improving children's and young people's mental health, guided by our mission, vision and values.
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.
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.
News & blogs
Young Carers Action Day: Charities release art project to support mental health of young carers
Place2Be's Art Room has teamed up with charities MYTIME and Credu to create an art resource for young carers nationwide.
Read moreArts4Us: Place2Be advising on newly-funded children's mental health project
A new Edge Hill University-led mental health project for children and young people has won £2.5m.
Read moreYoung people urge the Prime Minister to commit to long-term funding for in-school mental health services
Place2Be joined students from our partner school, Ark King Solomon Academy, calling for mental health support in schools.
Read more