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Motion · S6M-01621 · 7 Oct 2021

Place2Be – Celebrating 20 Years of Expert Mental Health Support in Scottish Schools

Lodged by Sarah Boyack Standard Motion 22 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament notes that autumn 2021 marks 20 years of Place2Be providing expert mental health support in Scottish schools; understands that Place2Be’s work in Scotland started with an initial pilot in two Edinburgh primary schools; further understands that it now reaches over 22,000 pupils and their families in schools across Glasgow, Edinburgh, South Lanarkshire, Stirling, Renfrewshire, Angus, Perth and Kinross, Dundee, North and South Ayrshire and the Highlands; believes that Place2Be is a pioneer in early intervention and prevention, helping children to tackle problems before they escalate and develop into adulthood; understands that Place2Be helps schools to develop a Whole School Approach to mental health support, with the child and their rights at the centre; further understands that Place2Be works closely with education professionals across Scotland, providing support and advice through a partnership with Moray House School of Education and Sport; understands that Place2Be ensures that its services are evidence based and have a demonstrable impact on children and young people; acknowledges the reported findings that over 80% of those with severe difficulties show an improvement in wellbeing after counselling with Place2Be, and notes that Place2Be will be sharing content throughout its 20th year to showcase and celebrate the schools, counsellors, young people, parents and partners who are committed to improving the mental health of children and young people across Scotland.

Supporters (22)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.