At last, mental health proposals that recognise the importance of schools.
Teachers are often among the first to notice when a pupil’s psychological state deteriorates: the school absences, the trouble concentrating in class, difficulty making friends, depression, low moods, even self-harm. But the trouble is that schools, under increasing financial pressure, have not been able to prioritise the pastoral support that can make a difference.
That could change under proposals outlined in the government Green Paper – Transforming Children and Young People’s Mental Health Provision – which sets out a clear role for schools with a strong emphasis on prevention and early access to support.
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