Our support uses tried and tested methods, backed by research.

We collect evidence and data about the work we do and use it to measure our impact. This helps us to constantly improve our services.

Our work has a profound effect on children’s mental health, illustrated by our statistics. With Place2Be’s help, schools become more ‘mentally healthy’ – and society saves money.

The pupils we support

Last year, 36,565 children and young people accessed a support service from Place2Be. Our one-to-one counselling supported 6901 pupils. Of those receiving one-to-one counselling, many faced challenges which made it harder for them to focus at school:

• 43% received free school meals
• 6% are subject to a Child Protection Plan (CPO)
• 8% were reported to be on a Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) waiting list
• 43% were eligible for pupil premium.

For every £1 invested, our counselling service in primary schools can return £8 to society by improving outcomes for each child and young person, according to research from Pro Bono Economics.

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