Place2Be has offered mental health support for children and young people in Wales since 2009 and currently reaches over 2,000 pupils and their families in six schools across Cardiff.

We offer a menu of different services to meet schools’ needs, including in-school support, expert training and resources.

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We build children's resilience through talking, creative work and play. We also support parents and school staff and help schools to be mentally healthy. Read about our services 

Our communities face challenges including poverty, domestic violence and complex needs. Search for Place2Be schools near you

For every £1 invested, our counselling service in UK primary schools has the potential to return £6.20 to society, according to a report by Pro Bono Economics. Read the report 

Funding for our in-school service comes from a variety of sources including Pupil Development Grant and fundraising.

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Counselling Placements

Our Counselling Placements in schools are an opportunity to work with children in a safe therapeutic setting. Read about our Counselling Placements and apply

Training and consultations for schools

• Schools’ Mental Health Forum – bringing together school staff and mental health professionals
• Mental Health Champions training programmes – for school leaders and class teachers
• Consultations – on emotional wellbeing and behaviour, tailored to each school
• Workshops – about specialist subjects.

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Get in touch

wales@place2be.org.uk