This article has been brought to you by Slough Borough Council's Education Safeguarding Professional, Jatinder Matharu, for the attention of All Schools.
Child Mental Health Week - 6th – 12th February 2023
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n beings thrive in communities, and this connection is vital for our wellbeing, and our survival. When we have healthy connections, to family, friends and others. This can support our mental health and our sense of wellbeing. And when our need for rewarding social connections is not met, we can sometimes feel isolated and lonely, which can have a negative impact on our mental health.
Childrens Mental Health Week is run by children's mental health charity Place2Be to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people’s mental health. This year's theme is Let's Connect.
As part of the week, Place2Be is encouraging children (and adults) to connect with others in healthy, rewarding and meaningful ways.
Get schools talking about mental health by taking part in Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week (6- 12 February 2023). Visit their website to download free assembly guides, activities, slides and top tips for primary and secondary schools:
Schools - Children's Mental Health Week (childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk)
You can use ready made resources to promote via your social media sites here:
Social Media Resources - Children's Mental Health Week (childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk)