Place2Be

Place2Be at Kingsway Park High School

At Kingsway Park High School, we are proud to work in partnership with Place2Be, a national children’s mental health charity that provides counselling and mental health support in schools.

Place2Be helps young people to explore their feelings, build resilience, and develop strategies to cope with challenges inside and outside the classroom. Support is offered in a safe, confidential space where students can talk about what’s on their mind, from friendships and family issues to worries about school or mental health.

Parents and carers can also access advice and guidance through Place2Be to help them support their child’s wellbeing at home. Visit their Parenting Smart website for free practical advice on a range of topics (from friendship issues to anxiety): www.parentingsmart.org.uk

Counselling sessions are delivered by our dedicated Mental Heath Practitioner, Emily Carlisle, who is based in school on Tuesdays and Wednesday. Confidentiality is always respected unless there is a safeguarding concern.

Place2Talk

Alongside one-to-one counselling, we also offer Place2Talk, a drop-in service where students can refer themselves for a short, informal chat with Emily. Sessions may be one-to-one or in a small group of friends, and they give students the chance to talk about any worries or problems in a safe and supportive environment.

Place2Talk is very popular with students who want to share concerns, resolve friendship issues, or simply have someone to listen. Students can request a Place2Talk appointment by completing a simple self-referral form in school.