Place2Be

When I feel worried, it’s like I’m in a maze and the people in Place2Be are coming with a torch and showing me the way – Boy

My daughter had become such a different person – one we didn’t recognise – but since counselling we see signs of our old loving daughter coming back – Parent

Hello, my name is Hira and I am the School Project Manager for Place2Be at Broadfield Primary School.

Place2Be is a national children’s mental health charity that works in schools to support the emotional wellbeing of pupils, families, and school staff. We offer a range of services to help children manage life’s challenges and reach their full potential.

Soluna by Kooth

Is a free and safe mental health support service for young people. It is now available as a mobile app or web version. 

Delivered in partnership with the NHS and local councils, Soluna by Kooth helps young people navigate everyday challenges, from exam stress and anxiety, to friendship issues and general overwhelm. There is no cost, no need for a referral, and no waiting lists!

Support for Children

• One-to-one counselling with a qualified mental health professional
• Place2Talk – a drop-in service where pupils can self-refer to talk about worries
• Group sessions focusing on specific needs like friendships or self-confidence
• Whole-class work to support emotional literacy and wellbeing
• Signposting and referrals to external agencies for additional support if needed.

Support for Parents and Carers: 

• Parenting Smart – a free website with practical advice for common parenting challenges
• Parenting courses and workshops to support family wellbeing
• Personalised one-to-one sessions with the School Project Manager
• Parent Partnership  and PIPT – a therapeutic service to support the parent-child relationship

National Support

• YoungMinds – Provides mental health information and advice for young people, as well as support for parents and carers who are concerned about a young person. The Parents Helpline is available on 0808 802 5544.
• Samaritans – Provides confidential emotional support to anyone who is struggling or needs someone to talk to. Call 116 123 free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• NHS urgent mental health help – If you or someone you know needs urgent mental health help, call NHS 111 and select the mental health option to access specialist support.
• Childline – Free, confidential support for anyone under 19 in the UK. Young people can call 0800 1111, with the call not appearing on the phone bill, or access online support including 1-to-1 counsellor chats.
• Emergency support – If someone is in immediate danger, has seriously harmed themselves or there is an immediate risk to life, call 999 or go to A&E.

Why is Place2Be useful?

Sometimes children can feel particularly sad, confused, scared or angry.

Maybe something difficult happened at home, like losing a family member or parents separating. Or perhaps they’re struggling with something at school, like bullying.

This can make them behave differently, lose confidence in themselves or find it difficult to concentrate in class.

Place2Be is there to help children find ways to cope, so their worries don’t get in the way of their friendships, their learning or how they feel about themselves.

What does Place2Be do?

Place2Be’s professionals work with children one-to-one or in small groups, giving regular support for pupils who need it.

Children can also book a short appointment to talk about any problems or worries they have – this is called Place2Talk.

How does Place2Be work with adults?

Place2Be provides support and advice for parents and carers, as well as teachers and school staff. Get in touch with the Place2Be staff member below to find out more.

Place2Be always gets agreement from parents or carers before they support a child through one-to-one counselling. They also meet with parents or carers regularly to keep them updated and make sure they are involved from the start.

Support for Parents

Click here for Parent and Carer information sheet

Click here for PIPT leaflet

Click here for Parenting Smart leaflet