What the Milburn report means for life skills and wellbeing
Alan Milburn’s interim report on young people and work is a tough read. Nearly one million young people aged 16 to 24 aren’t in education, employment or training. That’s one in eight young people, and the number keeps going up. Over the past decade, the number of young people who are NEET because of a […]
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Looking after the people who look after your students
Over the past decade, universities have invested significantly in student mental health. New services, dedicated wellbeing teams, awareness campaigns and sector-wide frameworks have all helped to shift the conversation. Times Higher Education reported in June 2025 that in the UK, 87% of universities provide evidence of mental health support for students, compared to 63% for […]
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Human Connection, AI and Supporting Student Wellbeing
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming part of student learning. A recent report from the Higher Education Policy Institute explores how AI is beginning to change how universities think about teaching, assessment and academic skills. As digital tools become more integrated into academic life, the role of human connection in supporting both learning and student wellbeing […]
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Helping Students Through Exam Season
For many students, January and February can be a difficult time in the academic year, and supporting students during exam season becomes a key priority for universities. Exams often follow the winter break, when routines have been disrupted and energy levels might be lower due to seasonal changes. So when they return, students are not […]
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Making Mental Wellbeing Part of School Life
There’s growing recognition in schools, policy and research that mental wellbeing in education should be part of everyday school life, not just an add-on. As schools explore new ways to support young people’s mental health, two recent studies help shed light on what’s working and where we need to go next. A 2024 review by […]
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