Schools: Mental Health Services
2026-05-28 · Department for Education · 4504 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, A) what criteria are being used to prioritise the rollout of Mental Health Support Teams to schools and colleges; and B) what steps her Department is taking to ensure access for pupils in areas of highest need.
Answer
This government is committed to expanding mental health support teams (MHSTs) to all schools and colleges by 2029, ensuring every child can access early support. As of March 2025, 52% of pupils (including around 70% in secondary schools) had access. This ...