Supporting the emotional well-being of children and young people is essential to their overall development, resilience, and long-term mental health.
That’s why we offer guidance and services tailored to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them grow emotionally and socially. Whether your child wants to manage their feelings or you’re looking for extra support, we have the resources to help.
What is emotional wellbeing?
Emotional wellbeing is about more than just feeling happy - it’s the ability to manage emotions, build positive relationships, and cope with life’s challenges. For children and young people, good emotional well-being lays the foundation for healthy development and lifelong resilience.
Key aspects of emotional well-being include:
- feeling safe, secure, and confident in oneself
- being able to express and regulate emotions appropriately
- building and maintaining supportive relationships
- adapting to changes and overcoming setbacks
- feeling connected, purposeful, and valued
For children with SEND, achieving emotional well-being may come with additional challenges—but with the right support, they can thrive at home, in school, and in the community.
Watch this useful video on Emotional Well Being for Children and young people
Recognising when something may be wrong
With growing pressures from school, social media, and relationships, it’s more important than ever to recognise when a child may be struggling.