More mental health support in schools makes sense – but some children may fall through gaps

By Jo Ellins, Senior Fellow, Health Services Management Centre, School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham

Schools and colleges have a crucial role to play in supporting children’s mental health. They are places where young people’s mental health difficulties are identified and help is provided, and they can promote all pupils’ emotional wellbeing.

Most children spend more time in school than anywhere else other than home, and parents who are concerned about their child’s mental health turn…

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