To mark the start of
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
, Place2Be's Royal Patron The Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
) met with primary school children to discuss the importance of supporting children’s
#mentalhealth
, and connecting with others. 💛
Read more:
Yesterday, their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spoke to staff and pupils of
@Place2Be
partner school
@ShineCasterton
, and thanked teachers and school staff for their hard work and dedication. 🙏
Read more 👉
This year marks 10 years since HRH The Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
) became our Royal Patron. 💛
We've reflected on the impact that her support has had on Place2Be, and on children’s
#mentalhealth
and wellbeing, over the last 10 years. 👇 (1/2)
To mark the start of
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
, The Duchess of Cambridge has sent a message of support encouraging children and parents to find ways to share their thoughts and feelings, particularly during such a challenging time. 💛
👉
@KensingtonRoyal
Wishing our Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, a very happy birthday. 🎂
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to improving the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
We wish our Royal Patron, HRH The Princess of Wales, a full recovery following today’s announcement that she is having preventative cancer treatment.
We send her and her family our very best wishes at this challenging time.
Last night we celebrated
#25YearsOfPlace2Be
at a gala in Buckingham Palace, hosted by our Royal Patron. Since her patronage began in 2013, The Duchess of Cambridge has helped to shine a spotlight on the importance of children's
#mentalhealth
.💛
Read more:
It's
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
: what are you doing to mark the week? It's not too late to get involved! 💛
Visit to find out more, and help us to raise awareness of the importance of children and young people's
#mentalhealth
.
Wishing a Happy Birthday to our Royal Patron, HRH The Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
). 🎂
Thank you for your support over the past 10 years, and for your ongoing commitment to improving children and young people's mental health and wellbeing. 💛
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to our Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge (
@KensingtonRoyal
) 🎂
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to improving the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people. 💛
It’s
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
! Bravery comes in all shapes and sizes and is different for everyone. We all have times when we need to Find our Brave. 💛
Learn more 👉
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to our Royal Patron, HRH The Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
). 🎂
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to improving the wellbeing of children, young people and families - through
@Earlychildhood
,
#ShapingUs
, and your Patronages. 💛
"You have taught me the importance of creating safe and nurturing environments within schools"
The Duchess of Cambridge on the importance of
@Place2Be
's work.
#25YearsOfPlace2Be
💬
It's
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
: what are you doing to mark the week? It's not too late to get involved! 💛
Visit to find out more, and help us to raise awareness of the importance of children and young people's
#mentalhealth
.
This
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
, The Duchess of Cambridge spoke with teachers from Ribbon Academy in Country Durham about their work supporting children during the pandemic, and thanked them for their efforts.
🎥 Watch more:
@KensingtonRoyal
Happy Birthday to our Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge. 🎂
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to improving children's mental health, and for all you've done to thank and support schools and keyworkers this past year.
@KensingtonRoyal
4 weeks to go until The King’s Cup! ⛵ 🏆 Our Royal Patron, the Duchess of Cambridge, has chosen Place2Be to be represented by one of the eight boats taking part in the Regatta
@KensingtonRoyal
.
Learn more about The King's Cup:
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
2019 begins today & people across the UK are taking steps to be ‘Healthy: Inside and Out’.
@Place2Be
’s new research suggests that children with less sleep are more likely to struggle with worries.
Read more about our findings:
On Friday,
@Place2Be
will be one of 8 charities taking part in the King’s Cup with
@KensingtonRoyal
. This week we're celebrating some of our favourite moments with our Royal Patron, the Duchess of Cambridge. 💛
Learn more about the King's Cup:
It's
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
: what are you doing to mark the week? It's not too late to get involved! 💛
Visit to find out more, and help us to raise awareness of the importance of children and young people's
#mentalhealth
.
Good luck to everyone receiving their
#ALevel
and
#BTEC
results today. 💛
We know that
#ResultsDay
can be stressful – especially if you're disappointed with your results.
We've shared some tips for students, families & schools on what to do if things haven't gone to plan. 👇
A royal visit! 📸
Psychotherapist & Programme Leader for Place2Be, Kelli Swain-Cowper, was invited to a sunny Buckingham Palace yesterday afternoon for the
#RoyalGardenParty
, where she met with Place2Be's Royal Patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge (
@KensingtonRoyal
).
(1/2)
We’re excited to be one of eight charities involved in The King’s Cup, a new sailing regatta hosted by TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
@KensingtonRoyal
There are just 2 weeks until The King’s Cup! ⛵ 🏆 Our Royal Patron, the Duchess of Cambridge, has chosen Place2Be to be represented by one of the eight boats taking part in the Regatta
@KensingtonRoyal
.
Learn more:
Calling all fans of Netflix hit series, Sex Education! (🔞)
This is your chance to win a hoodie signed by the cast, or an exclusive
#SexEducation
denim jacket, which have been donated to us by
@alistairpetrie
(Mr Groff!). 🙌
Find out more:
These lucky pupils from our partner school
@sellincourt_pta
are having an amazing time at BAFTA. Thanks so much to our partners
#BAFTAKids
for all they do to support us!
We can't believe it's been 1 month since
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
! 💛
Throughout the Week, we encouraged people to make healthy, rewarding, and meaningful connections to support their
#mentalhealth
- but the conversations shouldn't end here. (1/2)
We're logging off for the Coronation Weekend, and will be back online on Tuesday 9 May. 👑
If you're struggling over the weekend and need to talk, text SHOUT to 85258 or visit
We are forever grateful to Her Royal Highness for her support, and ongoing deep commitment to children and young people’s mental health.
We look forward to continuing to expand the impact that together we can all make, and the difference we can make in children’s lives. 💛 (2/2)
Our early years help shape our lifelong physical and mental wellbeing.
The Duchess of Cambridge's new Centre for Early Childhood will drive awareness and action to make positive change, because
#BigChangeStartsSmall
.
Learn more 👉
Are you homeschooling this week? Help your child to explore the different ways they can express themselves by taking part in
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 🏡
Take a look at our free activity ideas for parents and carers 👉
We've teamed up with
@BAFTA
Kids and
@OakNational
to create a free virtual assembly for
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 🙌
Available to all schools and families on 1 February – the assembly will feature pupils and some well-known faces.
Find out more 👉
HRH The Duchess of Cambridge talked to pupils, parents & staff about how they look after their wellbeing with help from
@Place2Be
Our whole school approach ensures everyone is supported
Find out more about the charity behind
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
:
Tonight, our Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge, is reading a
@CBeebiesHQ
to mark
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 📖
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark read by
@KensingtonRoyal
will air at 6.50pm tonight. Read more. 👇
"In the UK we're trying to make sure
#mentalhealth
is part of education as well." Great to see the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge discussing
#mentalhealth
with children in Pakistan. We're so proud to have the Duchess as our patron.
#RoyalVisitPakistan
Our Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Cambridge, is reading a
@CBeebiesHQ
Bedtime Story to mark
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 📖🦉
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark read by
@KensingtonRoyal
will air at 6.50pm, Sunday 13 February. 💛
It's
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
, and this year’s theme is nature. 🌱
How can we help children to connect with nature, and support their mental health? James Emmett, Regional Clinical Lead, shares his tips. 👇
It's day three of
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 💛
All week, we're encouraging children (and adults) to connect with others in healthy, rewarding and meaningful ways. Watch our theme video to learn more. 👇
Thank you
@KensingtonRoyal
for inviting us to today’s
#BackToNature
festival at
@RHSWisley
. 🌿
Sophie, Adam, Preston, Vin, Rakhy, Malyah, Dalila, Theo, Joanna, Noor and their teachers loved exploring the garden.
Read more:
We were delighted to attend
@KensingtonRoyal
's
#TogetherAtChristmas
carol service, joined by partner school
@5tJohnsTower
. 🎄
The service was a time to thank and shine a spotlight on those who work to support children & young people across the UK. 💛
No one should have to face mental health problems on their own.
@Place2Be
are proud to partner with
@GiveUsAShout
to provide 24/7 support in the UK.
If you're struggling, text CONNECT to 85258. Anytime, anywhere. 📱
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
Today
@StewardsAcademy
celebrate 10 years of
@Place2Be
delivering services in their school. We love these photos from a
@KensingtonRoyal
visit to the school in 2015. 🎉
Thanks to
@ImpetusPEF
for helping us scale up our work in secondary schools, making days like this possible.
Tomorrow our royal patron The Duchess of Cambridge is hosting an assembly on
#kindness
for
@OakNational
. 💛
The assembly will encourage children to explore ways of showing kindness, and recognise the benefits of being kind.
Read more 👉
@KensingtonRoyal
Last week, our CEO joined a virtual roundtable with The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and other mental health charities. They discussed the
#mentalhealth
support that is needed now and in the future, as a result of
#coronavirus
.
(📷 credit:
@KensingtonRoyal
)
#EveryMindMatters
This
#WorldPoetryDay
we're excited to announce that poet, writer and broadcaster
@lemnsissay
has become our newest Ambassador. 💛
Lemn is a passionate advocate for mental health support, care, and compassion for children and young people.
Read more 👉
In Birmingham today to mark
#WorldMentalHealthDay
, bringing together 100 young people for the purpose of 'Exploring Our
#EmotionalWorlds
'
Hosted with
@TheMixUK
&
@BBCR1
, this event is about highlighting the importance of managing our emotions and building positive relationships.
WATCH: The Duchess of Cambridge is at
@The_RHS
Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival today to host a picnic for children supported by her patronages at her Back to Nature Garden. Here she is talking to some of the kids about making s’mores on campfires 😋
Five years ago we helped launch
#HeadsTogether
alongside The Prince and Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
).
Find out how the campaign changed the conversation around
#mentalhealth
in the new Five Years On report 👉
This
#WorldMentalHealthDay
, we're excited to announce that the theme for
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
2023 is 'Let's Connect'. 🤝
From 6-12 February, we’ll be encouraging people to connect with others in healthy, rewarding, and meaningful ways. 💛
Schools, families and communities across the UK connected for
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
2023. 💛
Throughout the Week, we encouraged people to make healthy, rewarding, and meaningful connections. See some of our highlights. 👇
Today
@EarlyChildhood
launches
#ShapingUs
- a new campaign to raise awareness of early childhood. 👶
Spearheaded by our Royal Patron, The Princess of Wales (
@KensingtonRoyal
), the campaign kickstarts with release of this short film. 👇
#EarlyYears
We are delighted to be one of the 10 leading charities at the heart of
#mentalhealth
and frontline support to be supported by The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s COVID-19 Response Fund – thank you 🙏
The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge has granted nearly £1.8 million to 10 leading charities at the heart of mental health and frontline support through a bespoke fund set up as part of the organisation’s response to COVID-19.
500,000 people answered The Duchess of Cambridge's '
#5BigQuestions
on the under 5s' survey in January.
Today, Her Royal Highness shared its findings alongside
#5BigInsights
from a major study - the biggest ever to be conducted on the early years 👉 .
"Just like physical health we all have
#mentalhealth
. Every one of us will face setbacks in our lives, and every one of us will face challenges with our mental health as a result" - the Duke of Cambridge at the
#HeadsUp
announcement in May. Find out more:
Parents and carers play an important role in their child’s mental health. This
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
(1-7 Feb), help your child to explore the different ways they can express their thoughts, feelings and ideas. 💛
Take a look at our free resources 👇
Congratulations
@DrAlexGeorge
on your new role as Ambassador for Young People’s Mental Health.
With 50% of mental health issues developing by the age of 14, early intervention is key. We welcome this clear focus on children's mental health.
It's
#ThankATeacherDay
so we're throwing back to last month when
@KensingtonRoyal
joined a video call with
@ShineCasterton
to thank teachers for their dedication. 💛
Right now school staff are working tirelessly to support pupils & families - thank you! 🙏
Over the coming weeks, schools across the UK will be welcoming back more pupils. 🏫
Our Return to School resources, focused on community recovery, can help headteachers and school staff to bring their schools back together.
Download for free 👉
The sun is shining in Surrey today for the opening of HRH The Duchess of Cambridge's
#BackToNature
garden at
@The_RHS
Garden in Wisley. ☀️
Our CEO Catherine Roche and pupils from
@primary_barlby
are delighted to be here today to enjoy the garden with the Duchess of Cambridge.
We've hit target! 🎉 Over 50,000 teachers and school staff, from more than 13,800 schools across the UK, have now taken part in our free online children’s
#mentalhealth
training.
Read more and sign up 👉
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
Today, our Patron HRH The Duchess of Cambridge opened our new headquarters in London & learnt more about the training provided & research conducted by Place2Be to support children's mental health. Watch this video of her speech
@KensingtonRoyal
@MCLGroupPLC
@AlbionPrimary
50% of those with lifetime
#mentalhealth
problems first experience symptoms by the age of 14. This is why early intervention is crucial.
This
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
, help us to shine a spotlight on the importance of young people’s mental health. 💛
This
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
(1-7 Feb), help your pupils to explore the different ways they can express themselves. 🎨 🎭 ✍️ 🎵
Our free school resources can be adapted for use in school, home-schooling, online lessons or independent learning.
👉
Our Draw Your Feelings activity can help your child to express their feelings. ✏️
@KensingtonRoyal
are encouraging families around the world to take part in this activity. Share your creations by tagging
@KensingtonRoyal
and using
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 💛
Let the countdown begin - there’s just 4 weeks until The King’s Cup! ⛵ 🏆
@Place2Be
will be one of the eight charities represented at the Regatta. Find out more:
Remember when 11-year-old Finella performed her own poem about kindness for TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge? We thought we’d relive this fantastic moment from our Partner School Mitchell Brook Primary for
#WorldPoetryDay
.
@Mbrookprimary
@KensingtonRoyal
@Heads_Together
We're proud to be offering free children's
#mentalhealth
training for qualified UK teachers.
👩💻 flexible online training
📆 5 week programme
⏰ 1.5 hours per week
👩🏫 for teachers and support staff
Learn more at
Our Art Room team are specialists in using art to enhance children and young people’s
#wellbeing
. 🎨
Today, we launch The Art Room at Home; a series of projects for primary aged children to make at home together with parents, carers, and even teachers.
📢 Calling all schools - our free resources for
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
2024 are now available!
Join us from 5-11 February as we explore the theme of 'My Voice Matters', encouraging children and young people to share what matters to them. 🤝
#edutwitter
We're excited to reveal that the theme for
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
(1-7 February 2021) is 'Express Yourself'. Join us in February and help to raise awareness of children and young people's
#mentalhealth
. 💛
📹 Watch this video to learn more, or visit:
That's a wrap! Thank you to everyone who has taken part in this year's
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
. 🙏
Keep the conversation going! Our free resources are available all year round - so there's plenty of time for you to get involved 👉
Many children, and adults, are anxious about
#coronavirus
and how it could impact them. 🩺
How can you support your child, and yourself, with these concerns? In this thread, we share some of our tips, and some useful resources, to help ease your worries. 1/6