We’re delighted to welcome you back for 2026 and look forward to the year ahead.
Best wishes,
Schools Team Anna Freud
How can anti-racist approaches strengthen mental wellbeing in education?
26 February 2026 – 16:30-18:00
£10 *(concessionary places available)
Join us to explore how anti-racist approaches can strengthen mental health and wellbeing in schools and colleges, with practical reflections and examples to support more inclusive learning environments.
Last chance to book: Is belonging the missing piece in educational wellbeing?
20 January 2026 – 16:30-18:00
£10 *(concessionary places available)
Why does belonging matter? Join our panel to explore the vital connection between connection, inclusion, and mental health in schools and colleges.
*We have a limited number of free places available available for education professionals working at state-funded schools in Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, Barking and Dagenham, Camden, Brent, Southwark, Greenwich and Lambeth.
New dates added for spring term/2026
We’re excited to announce new dates for all our evidence-based training courses designed to develop the skills to support student’s mental health and wellbeing for education staff.
UK Trauma Council: critical incidents in education communities
6 March 2026 – 09:30-13:00
We invite senior leaders in schools and colleges to explore strategies to respond to critical incidents that affect the broader community.
Explore real-life examples and build confidence in supporting your community with recovery following serious events.
Talking racism and mental health in schools: podcast series
In this podcast series, Cyra Neave, Senior Clinician at Anna Freud, interviews a number of experts to talk about racism and mental health in schools.
Improving school staff knowledge and confidence around anti-racism
This resource brings together books, videos and articles that you can use to explore racial literacy and better understand the impact of racism on mental health.
Unlock the potential of school-based mental health support!
Join the free UCL ReSET webinar on Wednesday 21 January, 15:30-16:45 to discover insights and practical tips from a new preventative school-based mental health programme.
Staff wellbeing: Wellbeing Measurement for Schools
Staff wellbeing is integral to promoting a whole-school or college approach to mental health and wellbeing. To enable staff to succeed, their mental health and wellbeing must be effectively supported. When this is prioritised, staff are better equipped to support children and young people, building trust and motivation across the school or college environment.
Register your school by 11 February to take part in the Wellbeing Measurement for Schools and receive a Staff Report in March.
Community connection is one of the strongest forms of prevention for young people’s mental health.
Nana Owusu, Head of Clinical Services at Anna Freud, reflects on how trusted relationships and community connection play a vital role in preventing mental health problems for young people.
