Children can be referred to Place2Be for regular one-to-one counselling. The service enables the child to develop trusting relationships with adults, and to express the feelings that affect their behaviour in a safe and nuturing environment. This means that difficult emotions such as sadness and anger are less likely to spill over in the classroom.

A child's formative years have a huge impact on their long-term development and prospects. Unless children with worries are given the means to cope and make sense of their experiences, they may find that their problems 'grow up' with them, spilling over in school - and in society.

Children with enhanced self-esteem, better communication skills and better able and prepared to learn, resulting in increased prospects and enhanced aspirations.