Poverty means increased likelihood of poor welllbeing, school exclusion and becoming NEET. 1 in 6 children has a mental wellbeing disorder – that’s 5 in every classroom. Those living in poverty are 4 times more likely to have serious mental health difficulties than others. The situation is worsening. 25% of parents receiving Universal Credit said their children are more stressed because of the cost-of-living crisis and a fifth that they’re struggling to learn as a result (Save the Children).

We deliver early-intervention programmes that support children and young people to identify their strengths and re-engage at school. We prevent serious mental illness from developing, improve participants’ relationships with themselves and others and help them manage their emotions. Our experienced and highly trained facilitators are on the frontline every day, supporting young people referred by schools and local authorities. They are so often the young person’s only ‘someone out there’.