Supporting children’s mental health
We all have mental health, just as we have physical health. In the same way that we can be more or less physically healthy from time to time, we can also be more or less mentally healthy from time to time too.
Information and guidance from the Department for Education on supporting babies and children’s mental health is now available on the Help for Early Years providers platform.
The guidance covers:
- explains how practitioners can support positive mental health in early years children
- includes emotional and behavioural support strategies to use in early years settings
- links to further reading and resources
To access the guidance visit: Mental health for early years children – Help for early years providers – GOV.UK (education.gov.uk)
Training for early years practitioners:
The Early Years and Childcare Service run a 3 hour EFR Mental Health First Aid Awareness Training for staff to spot the early signs of mental Ill health and play your part in providing early support to someone who may be at risk of developing serious mental health issues.
This is a taught, face to face session.
Dates:
- Weds 21st February 2024 (6.30PM – 9.30PM) – Moors Edge Children’s Centre, Newton Abbot
- Thurs 14th March 2024 (6.30PM – 9.30PM) – Heathcoat Community Centre, Tiverton
Cost: £10 per person (includes a attendance certificate and a handbook)
Book your place through the DEL training website.
(You will need a DEL account in order to book, please contact us if you need an account to be created)