Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 – “This Is My Place”

We’re supporting Children’s Mental Health Week with Place2Be! This year’s theme is ‘This is My Place,’ encouraging self-acceptance and belonging.

At Together St Paul’s, children’s mental health isn’t a theme for one week. It’s part of how we work, every single day. We celebrate the voices, creativity and everyday experiences of the children and young people who walk through our doors.

Across our nursery, school partnerships, after-school clubs, youth provision and family services, we see first-hand how vital it is that children feel safe, heard and able to express themselves.

Mental health isn’t just about support in moments of crisis — it’s about creating spaces where children can play, connect, reflect and simply be.

St Paul’s School

This week at St Paul’s School, we have celebrated something we see every single day…. That moment when our children step through the gate or turn up online and just belong.

We’ve been reading and discussing the poem below with our school children – reminding them that whether they have been here days or years, they matter here.

For some it’s the excitement of the playground.

For some it’s their own space at a desk.

For some it’s sitting quietly, listening.

For other’s its laughing with classmates long after lesson has finished.

But for all of them, St Paul’s is more than a school.

It’s their place.

A place to feel safe.

A place to feel valued.

A place to grow in confidence.

A place where effort matters more than perfection.

A place where classmates become friends.

Hall Green Family Hub

This week at Hall Green Family Hub, we were joined by a worker from Birmingham Mind, who helped raise awareness about children’s mental health. Parents learned how to recognise early signs of mental health difficulties, the importance of open conversations, and where to access support.

Many shared that they hadn’t realised children could experience mental health challenges too. Following the session, parents pledged to spend more quality time with their children, monitor behavioural changes, and actively support their child’s emotional wellbeing.

Through arts, crafts, storytelling, and “feelings face” activities, children explored their emotions in a fun and supportive environment. From mood collages to emoji discussions, each activity encouraged confidence, emotional literacy, and self-expression.

By nurturing emotional awareness early, we help children grow with resilience and empathy.

What Parents Said

” I have learnt practical ways to support me and my child’s well-being”

“I didn’t know there was a mental health awareness week for children. I will research it more when I am home.”

“This activity is really helpful, and the emojis are relatable for us to understand how our children are feeling.”

“Together, we’re making sure every child feels heard, valued, and supported.”