News and blogs – Place2Be

Celebrating 10 years of our Royal Patronage

10 August 2023

As we mark 10 years of Royal Patronage, Place2Be’s CEO Catherine Roche reflects on the impact of Her Royal Highness’ support.

Kate's Story - a former head teacher who applied for a role at Place2Be

4 August 2023

Former Head teacher, Kate Taylor, shares her experience of Place2Be, and why the charity inspired her to apply for a role.

10 tips to help your wellbeing this summer

17 July 2023

Secondary students and researchers from the University of Cambridge share tips to improve your mental health over summer.

The end of a season

16 June 2023

Judah Racham reflects on his own experience to coincide with the launch of our new Parenting Smart topic, My child struggles with changes and endings.

Place2Be statement: safeguarding and staff dismissal

7 June 2023

5 ways that schools can create safe spaces for everyone to ‘come as they are’

1 June 2023

Place2Be colleagues in Scotland share some encouraging tips on how schools can create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.

Sector leaders unite in call for rethinking approach to reducing school exclusions

24 May 2023

Place2Be hosted a cross-sector roundtable to discuss the impact of school exclusions.

HMS Glasgow donates £2000 to Place2Be and forges links with two local partner schools

19 May 2023

The crew of HMS Glasgow have chosen to support Place2Be and local partner schools, Holy Cross and Gowanbank.

When to be worried about worrying: typical versus clinical anxiety

17 May 2023

Experts from the University of Cambridge and Place2Be discuss the differences between typical and clinical levels of anxiety.

Six ways to cope if you're feeling anxious

15 May 2023

Dr Julia Clements shares advice on how children and young people can cope in moments of feeling anxious.

Supporting the mental health of children and young people in Devon

18 April 2023

After a generous funding offer, Place2Be have been able to extend our services in schools in North Devon.

Looking after the mental health of senior leaders

23 March 2023

This excerpt from Place2Be's Staffroom shares advice on how to look after the mental health of senior leaders in your school.