Mental wellbeing workshops launched to support school pupils across Devon

A new series of video-based mental wellbeing workshops has been launched to support children and young people across Devon, helping them better understand and manage their emotional health.

Developed by Children and Family Health Devon’s (CFHD) Mental Health Support Team (MHST) and supported by South Hams District Council and West Devon Borough Council, the workshops provide accessible, age-appropriate guidance on mental wellbeing for school pupils.

The sessions help young people understand their emotions, recognise signs of stress, and know when and how to seek help. They also encourage pupils to look after themselves and support one another, promoting a positive and open approach to mental health.

The flexible video format allows schools to easily integrate the workshops into the school day. Sessions can be paused and resumed at any point, making them suitable for classroom learning, tutor time, or assemblies.

South Hams District Council’s, Cllr Nadine Dommett, Executive Member for Community Development, said: “We are proud to support initiatives like this that prioritise the mental wellbeing of young people in our area. Providing accessible, practical resources for schools is a vital step in ensuring pupils feel supported, understood, and empowered to seek help when they need it most.”

Cllr Jane Elliott, Hub Member for Health and Community Wellbeing, West Devon Borough Council, said: “Good mental wellbeing is essential for children and young people to thrive, both in and out of the classroom. These workshops give pupils practical tools to understand how they are feeling and reassure them that it’s okay to ask for help. We welcome initiatives like this that support schools and help build confidence, resilience and openness around mental health.”

Holly Billington, Interim Deputy Director for Children and Family Health Devon, added:

“These workshops have been carefully designed to be engaging, supportive, and easy for schools to deliver. By equipping young people with the tools to understand their emotions and recognise when they may need support, we hope to build resilience and encourage a culture of openness around mental health.”

To find out more about the workshops and access the sessions visit, Mental Wellbeing Workshop for Schools – Children and Family Health Devon