
Testimonials
This is one of the best courses I have attended. Ollie’s knowledge is incredible which ensured the highest quality of training. There was a great blend of direct instruction and interaction with other participants. I have left the course feeling inspired in the role of DSMHL.
SUE TANCOCK
SMHL (EYFS & KS1 LEAD, DDSL)
The Cambridge Primary School
I simply cannot put into words how amazing this course is! Mental health concerns are not going to go away, and it is our duty in education to educate and support children and young people. This course has given me the awareness and confidence to make a difference in my school.
SARAH MARTIN
Senior Mental Health Lead
Ravenshead C of E Primary School
I thoroughly enjoyed this training and would highly recommend it to anybody wanting to take on the role of Senior Mental Health lead. Ollie was very knowledgeable and shared a vast array of wonderful / useful resources to support you in this role. I felt able to contribute throughout the group tasks and valued as a professional in this field.
NICOLA LEIGHTON
Designated Safeguarding Lead/Assistant Headteacher, Clavering Primary School
This is the third course that I have been fortunate enough to complete under Oliver’s teaching. This course, like the previous ones, was expertly led, balancing great opportunities for group
conversation, with excellent theory and practical information. I really feel that this course can, and will enrich my day to day practice, and I am feeling enthusiastic with regards to the positive impact that will be felt by our ever so deserving pupils. Thank-you!
ANDREW PROUT
Assistant Headteacher/ DSL/ SENCO
Dyson Perrins Church of England Academy
This was one of the most useful and most engaging courses I have EVER attended! Excellent training led by an experienced and confident trainer, full of practical advice and lots of ideas, resources and useful strategies. Absolutely recommended!
TRACEY WILKS
DSL & Senior Mental Health Lead
Thornton College
Outstanding! The course content was meticulously researched and up to date and. The delivery was engaging and supportive.
RACHEL STRONG
Leicester Grammar Junior School
The most practical training I have ever been on; I left with a tangible action plan and a wealth of reference documents and materials. I can’t recommend this course enough! Ollie was knowledgeable, experienced and engaging.
JADE BOYLE
Mill Hill School
Quite simply the best training course I have attended! Ollie’s delivery is warm, engaging and his passion and knowledge of all things relating to mental health is clear from the outset. I have come away from the course with a clear idea of my new role as Senior Mental Health Lead.
KELLY REES
Vulnerable Learners Leader & Thrive Practitioner, Cookley Sebright Primary School
This is simply the best training I’ve had in the past twenty years. I’m actually looking forward to returning to school, to put actions in place for my staff and pupils. Thank you so much.
JO BIRD
Deputy Head
Combe Down C of E Primary School
This was an excellent training course and I would highly recommend it. Ollie was excellent: extremely knowledgeable and engaging. I gained so much valuable information from this course in addition to links to additional resources. This was one of the best courses I have been on.
HAZEL CLEMMETT
Deputy Head
St Matthew's CE Primary
This course was amazing. I chose it because I had read all of the previous reviews, it has definitely lived up to expectations. Oliver is so knowledgeable and passionate. Generally, full day training calls can drag, however this was totally different! I loved it and I can’t wait to put things into practice!
KAYLEIGH BREWARD
Head of Year& Mental Health Lead
Sir William Robertson Academy
Ollie is not only extremely friendly but is incredibly generous in sharing his knowledge in such an informative and inspiring manner. He helped us to understand, not only how cultural change and the use of media has an impact on our wellbeing but provided us with really practical ways to deal with stress and with tips to help enhance our wellbeing. Thank you Ollie.
ESTELLE WARHURT
UK Parliament, MP’s & Staff Cross-Party Wellness Working Group (WWG)
This course was great, delivered very well and the amount of resources to use is amazing. You get everything you could ever need to support you on this journey. Ollie was engaging and supportive throughout and really helped explain the course and expectations of a DSMHL after the training.
LEAH HINE
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Frederick Gent School
I would fully recommend this training to anyone that what’s to become the senior mental health lead for their school. It was very informative and although there was a lot to take in, it neverfelt overwhelming.
CARLEY O'NEIL
Family & Pastoral Support
Epsom Primary and Nursery School
Honestly the best training I’ve attended to date. So much quality information to work with!
SALLY STEEL
Senior Mental Health Lead
Sir John Talbot School
Ollie’s knowledge is quite frankly astounding. This is without doubt the best inset I’ve done in 24 years as a teacher. I would urge all pastoral leaders to do this course - well worth it!
JACKIE TURNER
Assistant Head
Redmaids High
Probably the best course I have ever attended! Insightful. Ollie is very knowledgeable and the quality of the resources was superb. Attending this course will have a huge impact on both staff, pupils and my school.
LOUISE DAVIES
Pastoral Lead,
Angelsey Primary School
Where to begin. Ollie and Anisha were fantastic from start to finish. They explained the functions of Zoom to all at the beginning which is great if you are only used to using Teams. It felt relaxed and comfortable without seeming to regimented. The speakers were so inspiring and open. Normally with topics of this nature you find it difficult to find the balance, however they all delivered such different techniques. I couldn’t of asked for a better session and I know all the delegates we invited really enjoyed the day. I look forward to working with them both again !
CHARLOTTE MILNES
Worcestershire Children First
Absolutely fantastic course, content perfectly pitched. Ollie was brilliant, so lovely in his approach, extremely knowledgeable and allowed each member to feel valued and listened too when sharing their feedback. This course has allowed me to ensure that measures can be embedded to ensure a whole school approach to mental wellbeing is implemented & I’m excited to meet with SLT to share the vision. It was fabulous meeting other professionals from around the country, sharing their expertise and best practice. I really have learnt so much. The resources you receive are amazing!! I highly recommend this course and it has to be the best mental health course I have ever completed!
MAIREAD MALONEY
Emotional Health & Wellbeing Nurse, Whalley Range High School for Girls
One of the best CPD events I have attended! I have left with a very clean understanding and knowledge of mental health in schools – how to organise and lead along a comprehensive bunch of resources. Brilliant, thankyou.
JAMES JOHNSTONE
An excellent course that provides you with everything you need to know from start to finish with a wealth of knowledge and support information in between – highly recommended!
HELEN CHELL
Deputy Head & Senior Mental Health Lead, Chorlton Park Primary School
This was a really helpful course. I felt trusted as a professional but all levels of experience were catered for. Ollie clearly knows the nitty-gritty ins and outs of our job and comes across as an informed insider, an expert who has earned the right to coach in this area. The digital and paper supporting materials are exceptional - worth the price of the training alone and the human way that the course is embedded in leader and staff well-being alongside student well-being is refreshing and has never been more important. Highly recommended.
STEPHEN MURPHY
Headteacher
Malvern Wyche C of E Primary
Honestly, the best CPD/course I’ve been on since starting my teaching career in 2009!
SAM TIMPSON
Assistant Headteacher SENCO
Bredon Hill Academy
Brightcore were personable, clear experts in their field and had countless real life examples and well respected data sources to justify the issues that were discussed. The go to provider for any modern school leader, wishing to improve staff professional development.
BEN HILTON
Deputy Head Pastoral,
Millfield Prep School
This was one of the best courses I have ever participated in! Ollie delivered training that kept us fully engaged, despite this being a virtual/online course, and provided us with the knowledge and tools to effectively develop the mental health and wellbeing of the students and staff at our schools.
NICKY BENEDICT
Senior Mental Health Lead
The Heathland School
This was the most relevant and up to date course I have attended in a very long time! The resources are chosen to be impactful and relevant to this critical role in schools. I would absolutely recommend this course to all Senior Leaders.
AMANDA LORE
Deputy Head and Senior Mental Health Lead, Kingsnorth CE Primary School
A brilliantly devised programme that covers many areas of mental health and wellbeing. The small groups made it so personal to each of us, so it meant we were able to tailor each session to match our individual needs. Ollie was incredibly knowledgeable and supportive to us.
MIRIAM PHILLIPS
Teacher, Mental Health Lead, PSHE subject coordinator
St Bede's Catholic Primary
This was an excellent and really comprehensive online training course; informative, interactive, engaging, superb resources to use and great opportunities to discuss approaches with colleagues. Full of the latest information to disseminate to staff, fast paced and a great mix of visuals - I fully recommend it!
PENNY STEPHENSON
Senior Lead Teacher
Darrick Wood Infant and Nursery School
Excellent, ‘full-on’ course; full of incredibly useful resources and information, and delivered superbly - fully recommended!
JACQUELINE THORNBORROW
Deputy Head
Austin Friars School
The DSMHL role is ever expanding in significance and size, but Ollie's calm, knowledgeable and supportive approach brings a sense of reassurance and "can-do"-ness to the programme. It all seems just a little less daunting when one has access to a huge number of evidence-based resources and clearly frameworks to help a school implement audits, strategics plans and reviews.
KAIT WESTON
Deputy Head Pastoral
Millfield Prep School
One of the best training courses I’ve ever done, with excellent supporting materials and a really engaging trainer!
SOPHIE THOMPSON
Senior Mental Health Lead
Buckler’s Mead Academy
This is an exceptional course; thought provoking, lots of opportunities to develop ideas and current practice, full of practical support sand superb resources. Every bit of it was really useful!
JENNY BAYLISS
Deputy Head and Senior Mental Health Lead, Pendle Community High School & College.
The course was delivered in a brilliant format and it was great to network with other attendees. There are so many elements of the course which I will be putting into place within my work setting. It has given me the knowledge and skills to create a positive ethos in relation to mental health and strategic action plan for a whole school change
FELICITY SIMMONS
Designated Safeguarding Lead/Assistant Headteacher, Tonbridge Grammar School
This was outstanding, interactive training tailored to the needs of the professionals in the room. Ollie was highly engaging and a font of knowledge. Worth every penny of the course fee.
ANDY COLLINS
Second Master
Dauntsey’s School
One of the best CPD courses I have been on in years!
MIKE EGLESFIELD
Deputy Head and Senior Mental Health Lead, Regency High School
Excellent, clear presentation of lots of useful information – the best course I’ve been on in ages… Thank you!
JANE LUTTON
Senior Mental Health Lead
Spalding Grammar School
A fantastic course! Ollie’s knowledge and expertise shone and I learned a huge amount. Considering that time is so short in schools, I was hoping that this course would be worth days of my precious time; it exceeded my expectations – time well spent!
SUMONA DUNNE
Senior Mental Health Lead
Downderry Primary School
This course was brilliant! Outstanding delivery and full of resources and strategies which have equipped me with the confidence and knowledge to successfully establish the role and really make a difference to the young people at my school!
KIRSTY TAYLOR
Senior Mental Health Lead
Penrice Academy
Ollie facilitated an exceptional training experience for Designated Senior Mental Health Lead. His knowledge and experience in this area was extensive – I would definitely recommend this training!
DR. KATE WRENNAL
Trust Senior Mental Health Lead
Ollie is really experienced and very knowledgeable in this field. The course was delivered in a professional, yet relaxed manner. Lots of really useful information and resources were provided, with great case studies and scenarios discussed – excellent course!
FRAN LOVETT
Deputy Head
Shebbear College
The course was excellent, Ollie’s knowledge and delivery was clear, precise and thorough. It was a good mixture of interactive aspects and formal explanation and I enjoyed seeing what other schools have done in place. It has solidified my understanding of the role and has made me feel prepared for my next steps.
RACHAEL BUBB
Assistant Headteacher Pastoral
The Kingsley School
This is an extremely worthwhile course! Ollie, the course facilitator was really engaging and the presentation, course materials and resources are far superior to most other courses I have attended previously
CATH MACHIN
Senior Mental Health Lead
St Joseph’s College
This course is excellent for both those new to the role, or highly experienced members of SLT. The days were so well spent. Ollie was a fab presenter; brilliant knowledge and support for us attendees – fully recommended!
SARAH WARDLE
Senior Mental Health Lead
Benfield School
In October 2023 we invited Brightcore back to our school for a Safeguarding Review. The consultant adopted a most valuable critical friend role: she had encyclopaedic knowledge of safeguarding and the day was conducted with a compassion that can only come from having worked in schools and having an understanding of the the practical challenges we face on a daily basis.
NICOLA HACKETT
Hagley Catholic High School
Excellent! Highly recommend this course; full of practical advice and guidance. Good resources sent out ahead of the course to allow full engagement with the course. The course has given me the tools to audit our provision and the foundation to create robust mental health strategy for out school.
KELLIE WILLIAMS
St Thomas More Catholic Academy
The course was really informative and the level of interaction between the other delegates was pitched just right. The course content and resources were excellent as was the trainer who was clearly passionate about the subject and committed to the cause.
PAULA HOLROYD
Parent Support Advisor/ Wellbeing Lead Brierley C of E Primary School.
The DSMHL training delivered by Ollie from Brightcore Consultancy was the ideal platform to prepare and execute our school’s future mental health strategy. The course included significant research and resources from which to build a whole-school mental health programme and equipped me with the confidence and knowledge to positively promote mental health and wellbeing in the future.
DAVID CREGEEN
Assistant Headteacher/DSL
Range High School
I am new to the role and was not sure where to start in implementing a whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing. This course has given me everything I need to get started and a clear understanding of what is involved going forward.
CHRISTINA OYO
Strategic Lead for Mental Health & Wellbeing, Torquay Girls' Grammar School
Excellent course, delivered with meaningful content that will allow me to develop and implement the mental health in schools charter effectively so that the needs of all stakeholders are met.
TORI TREGEAR
SENCO & Senior Mental Health Lead, Hallow CE Primary School
Such a great course! It totally demystified the role of the Senior Mental Health Lead and gave me a clear path to fulfilling the requirements. Excellent pace, structure and really engaging content!
TRICIA DAVIES NEARN
Senior Mental Health Lead
Southfields Academy
An intensive and stimulating course full of discussion and soaking-up of excellent resources that will bring huge benefits to our school mental health awareness education – I really recommend this course.
CHRISTOPHER BASS
Haberdashers’ Aske‘s Boys School
This was outstanding outcome focused led learning with interactive thought-provoking discussions and a vast collection of useful resources. Highly recommended!
CLAIRE HARVEY
Assistant Head
Oxford Grove Primary School
Ollie is clearly incredibly knowledgeable in this field and Is able to convey the information and knowledge in a really interesting and informative way – even online! I would definitely recommend this course.
LUCY ROBERTS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Torquay Girls Grammar School
The course was excellently delivered from a very knowledgeable and approachable professional with a depth of knowledge across school practice, theory and current research. Delivery around the expectations being set by the DFE were clear and concise along with the immediate actions to implement within school. I would not hesitate to recommend the course.
LINDSAY WOOD
Assistant Headteacher, DSL
Chawson Community First
As a new headteacher expecting an imminent Ofsted inspection, I felt I needed external quality assurance from a safeguarding professional. Brightcore was that company and Oliver Welsby provided a fantastic service. So far, we have booked him twice: once to do the audit and then again 12 months later to show progress and give the school further points for improvement. Oliver was fully professional and his knowledge around safeguarding is second to none, whether this be current practice, KCSIE updates, case reviews, or DfE/Ofsted requirements. Before his arrival, Oliver audited our website and reviewed our policies and, during the meetings, shared documents and risk assessments that further enhanced our provision. I have shared Brightcore's details with other headteachers and schools and have no hesitation in recommending Brightcore to any school or organisation that deals with the welfare of children.
JON CLINTON
St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Ollie was extremely knowledgeable and delivered the content in such an engaging way. The course provided me with the skills and knowledge I need to begin developing mental health and wellbeing within my school – thank you!
JACINTA GORDON
Senior Mental Health Lead
Oakway Academy
This was an excellent course that has given me the knowledge and confidence to really take our college forward in its mental health provision.
JUILE FERMEN
Wellbeing Lead & DSL
Worcester Sixth Form College
This was a really empowering course that was well-delivered by a knowledgeable trainer. As a result I feel more confident to go back to school to lead and support the mental health provision available for our community.
LOUISE NORRIS
Headteacher
St George’s Primary CE School
This was a really interesting and enjoyable course – Ollie was such a great trainer, and the training has equipped me with the knowledge and confidence to fulfil the role of Senior Mental Health Lead.
CLAIRE DAVIS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Netherton Cofe Primary School
Really worthwhile training for anybody interested in this field. I came away with vast amounts of knowledge and feeling really enthusiastic about the role. Ollie has so much to give and really gave me the support and confidence that I can do this well.
RAHI POPAT
Senior Mental Health Lead
Keyham Lodge School
Such a great course; excellent delivery and a great example of online training and how it can be done so effectively! So many useful resources and
information - this has really given me a renewed enthusiasm, I would definitely recommend it!
SUZANNE BROOKS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Trinity Cofe High School
Ollie Welsby was truly excellent. He was clear, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very approachable. Having a small group of people on the course meant that I was willing to participate more readily. His
experience, advice and passion for the subject was inspiring.
NICKI RHODES
Head of Upper School
Finton House School
This course has really given me the confidence to take on more responsibility for the mental health provision at my college. Outstanding resources and delivery – thank you!
CAROLINE WALKER
Senior Mental Health Lead
Halesowen College
Ollie was very knowledgeable within the field of mental health and was able to impart this with skill and humour, making him very easy to listen to (very much needed when covering such tough content). The course content and training materials were fantastic - everything I need to get myself onto the next level of action at school.
DEBBIE ROLLERSON
Assistant Headteacher, Mental Health Lead
Homefields Primary School
Ollie Was an incredibly engaging facilitator and trainer – I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would fully recommend his training.
ROSIE BULMAN
Senior Mental Health Lead
Austin Friars School
A fantastic course with so much great information to take away and action in our school!
JOLANDA SIMMONDS
Headteacher
Bayton CE Primary School
Excellent online training of a very high standard with an experienced, knowledgeable trainer – definitely recommended.
MAURHYS PHILLIPS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Atam Academy
This training is a really worthwhile investment for all involved in education – great course!
BEN PARKER
AHT & Senior Mental Health Lead
Henry Cort Community College
The contagious enthusiasm in which the course was delivered was inspirational and motivating to educational practitioners to have a positive impact at school and with the pupils.
DANIEL PALLETT
Senior Mental Health Lead
Longdon Hall School
Superb quality training - highly informative and delivered with real enthusiasm and expertise!
CATHERINE GORDON
Deputy Headteacher
Selston High School
Ollie is a fantastic trainer, I’ve learned lots on the course. Really enjoyed finding out about how to help staff and what resources are available for the youngsters of today.
KATHRYN OTHEN
Inclusion Lead Successor
Church Road Primary School
Inspiring Training which gave a heightened understanding of how to the lead the development of mental health within the school. Excellent strategies and many resources to support this work in and across the school community.
KATRINA KERRY
Headteacher
The Manor Academy
I thought the course was very informative and the resources were fantastic , i loved the fact we had the resources on a memory stick and we had a pack with the course outline and resources.
NATALIE CLELLAND
Deputy Headteacher
Sedgeburrow
The Designated Senior Mental Health Lead Course was extensively researched and delivered. I truly felt that I was in the hands of an expert. A genuine
professional development experience.
WILL BERRIDGE
Senior Mental Health Lead
Bishop Challoner School
This was a really informative course; lots of information and Ollie is so good disseminating it and providing ‘real-life’ examples to keep you focused. I would highly recommend this course to others.
SARAH GASHI
SENCO & Senior Mental Health Lead
Great Malvern Primary School
Ollie’s knowledge of this subject is amazing. The course is incredibly helpful and informative. It is clear that Ollie is passionate about this provision but also adds a level of honesty and understanding about the pressures in schools today.
LISA O’REILLY
SENCO & Senior Mental Health Lead
Homefield Prepatory School
Really engaging and informative course that has really opened my mindset to this role and given me clear direction on how to get started. Great level of delivery and engagement especially as it was online!
KAY RICHARDS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Strand on the Green Junior School
A thoroughly extensive course that has fully equipped me with the tools needed to effectively support a good mental health practice for my students.
TASNEEM GHANCH
Senior Mental Health Lead
Bristol Metropolitan Academy
Oliver was a really well informed and engaging presenter. This course has been extremely well thought out enabling me to put an action plan in place to improve MH at my school – really recommended!
TRACEY MARCH
Headteacher
St Columba Cofe Primary School
This course is highly recommended for the content and resources needed to implement a robust mental health strategy.
JANE OLIVER
Senior Mental Health Lead
The Boswells School
This course does exactly what it says on the tin, but Ollie present with good humour and excellent knowledge and experience.
LUCY CHINN
Assistant Headteacher
Trinity High School
A really great course with great knowledge from Ollie. You gain a clear insight into the role and also leave confident in your ability to fulfil the role at your school. Highly recommended.
ANDREW RATCLIFFE
Assistant Headteacher & Senior Mental Health Lead, The Hollyfield School
Such a great course with lots of relevant information, easy to understand resources and good suggestions of how to move forward in promoting mental health in our school.
NICOLA TYER
Senior Mental Health Lead
Keyham Lodge School
I thoroughly recommend this excellent course led by a very enthusiastic presenter - I now have all the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out my role.
MARIE ALCOCK
Senior Mental Health Lead
Starbank School
The Designated Senior Mental Health Lead Course was incredibly thorough; covering all aspects of the role. I thoroughly recommend it!
ANDREW DAY
Headteacher
The Unicorn School
An excellent course; presented really well with a fantastic range of resources and ideas shared.
ANDREW MEEHAN
Assistant Headteacher & Senior Mental Health Lead, The Radclyffe School
In my opinion, this was one of the most thorough and informative training courses I have ever been on. There were lots of statistics given with signposting to lots of resources. Ollie was incredibly knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions. The course was delivered in a way that kept me engaged and I feel like I can go back to school equipped with what I need to help make a difference.
ABBIE BURNS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Blidworth Oaks Primary School
This course was really well paced and packed full of ideas and resources that will equip me in embedding this role in my school – I would definitely recommend it.
WAVENY PATEL
Clinical Pychologist & Senior Mental Health Lead
Hillingdon Manor School
Ollie is very Knowledgeable and a dynamic and enthusiastic presenter. I found the content of the Senior Mental Health Lead course could easily be applied across all contexts (including International schools). The resources provided were excellent and I now feel inspired and fully prepared to put mental health and wellbeing at the top of our school’s agenda!
JULIE HAM
Senior Mental Health Lead
St Gilgen International Scholol, Austria
An excellent, in-depth course that offers a wide range of strategies and tools that can be used to develop an effective MH Strategy in all schools and colleges – I would absolutely recommend it.
DENISE PARROTT
Senior Mental Health Lead
Normanhurst School
This was informative and inspiring training with excellent resources provided. I feel so much better placed to implement an effective mental health programme and strategy in my school.
SUE RIGBY
Deputy Headteacher
Packwood Haugh School
Great course –lots of info, straight to the point, very helpful, and made my job a lot easier! I would definitely recommend it!
CARMEL WRAIGHT
Senior Mental Health Lead
Durants School
This is a really great course that will allow you to gain a clear understanding of how best to support staff, students and parents – really well presented with lots of useful resources!
WAJID TUFIQ
Senior Mental Health Lead
The Chalk Hills Academy
Ollie’s vast experience and knowledge was great – very interactive online course with lots of fresh ideas.
KEVIN CURTIS
Keyham Lodge School
This was a really comprehensive and informative training course with lots of opportunities to
consider how to apply principles to my own setting. I feel galvanized and ready to start introducing new initiatives in my school and developing a positive whole-school ethos.
DELLA SULLIVAN
Senior Mental Health Lead & SENCO
Maybury Primary School
Very thorough and well thought-through training with a real focus on sharing ideas and finding the right approach for your school. Oliver had a wealth of knowledge to share.
SARAH BROWN
Deputy Head
Hampsted Hill School
The course covered sensitive material in a way that made you feel comfortable and capable of doing the role and knowing you will have an impact.
KATE JENNINGS
Headteacher
Mission Grove Primary School
A very informative course – so much useful information to take away and immediately build an action plan to benefit the children at school!
KATIE MASON
Senior Mental Health Lead & SENCO
The Paragon & Prior Park College, Bath
Excellent Resources, Great training and presenting from Ollie and excellent use of zoom – really recommended!
DAN TASLEY
Senior Mental Health Lead
Verulam School
Ollie is clearly very passionate about Mental Health and how to address this huge concern for the youth of today, and the community and society of the future. A truly inspiring course!
AMANDA GREENOW-LONGFORD
Headteacher
Lindridge Ce Primary School
Inspired confidence in me to take the school’s Mental Health provision and support to the level it needs to be at.
CHARLES IRISH
Pastoral Lead
Plymouth College
Every time I have training with Ollie, I come away feeling like I have the tools to move things forward. So many practiced examples and strategies that can be used in my school. So grateful for the training offer containing everything we need.
HELEN PUGH
Assistant Head
The Chase
Oliver is extremely knowledgeable and personable. This course is thorough, organised and teaches you everything you need to know to develop a high-quality whole school approach to mental health. Totally recommended!
KERRY BODDICE
Senior Mental Health Lead
St John Houghton CVA
This was an excellent course for Senior Mental Health Leads; thought provoking with lots of practical resources to take back to school. This has given me a blueprint for the way forward for the next two years.
JENNY MONK
Senior Mental Health Lead
Friesland School
Ollie was a really great course leader and this course has given me a much deeper understanding of the roles of Senior Mental Health Lead and the links with the DSL and SENCO. Huge volume of great resources to help guide and give confidence in developing a strong MH Strategy and action plan.
JACQUI DEADMAN
Assitant Head & Senior Mental Health Lead
St Mary’s School, Bucks
I would strongly advise anyone in a Safeguarding or Pastoral roles to take this course. It was extremely informative, Ollie was absolutely fantastic, super knowledgeable - he has created a very effective directory for all things Well-being
NATASHA GOULDING
Student Welfare Officer
Heckmondwike Grammar School
A wealth of practical advice to support those embarking on the DSL-MH role – Excellent course! Thank you.
CATHRYN THROUP
Headteacher
Clifton-Upon-Teme Primary School
This Senior Mental Health Lead course provided an in-depth link between courses like MHFA and the national guidelines and expectations of the DfE. It provided clear strategies for all types of settings as to how to advance their mental health provision.
EMILY POPSYS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
Ollie Was highly knowledgeable and provided a vast array of in-depth resources and insight into the role and work of the Senior Mental Health Lead. I would highly recommend this course.
MARC THOMAS
Senior Mental Health Lead
Coundon Court School
Oliver is such a knowledgeable presenter with lots of examples which really illustrate the importance of the course content.
CHARLOTTE MONDON-LINES
Assitant Headteacher
Haybridge High School
This course gave me a great insight into the ever-increasing issues around Mental Health and Wellbeing. It provided valuable knowledge and resources to review our current practice and ideas to implement change.
TAMMY NICHOLL
Senior Mental Health Lead
Zenith Multi-Academy Trust
This was an excellent course – engaging,
informative with the right balance of resources and group involvement – delivered with energy and enthusiasm.
SALLY MARSH
Senior Mental Health Lead
Ashfield School
This was a really good course with great practical information and advice for me to deploy in my workplace. I would definitely recommend it.
D. MCEVILLY
SENCO
St John’s C of E Middle School
A really informative course with lots of suggestions, resources and references to research.
SUE HAWTHORN
Senior Mental Health Lead
Broadheath CE Primary School
A comprehensive and engaging course with copious resources and strategies. A wealth of knowledge was shared.
GABBY KEENES
Senior Mental Health Lead
Guilsborough Academy
This is a fantastic course! Full of information that you can take straight back to your school and use – thank you!
ERIKA GAIGER
Deputy Head
Aurora Brambles School
Great course - engaging delivery, fun and interactive, yet with a huge array of detailed but clear content. There were also good opportunities to interact with other course delegates and talk things through to share good practice.
RUTH STACEY
Senior Mental Health Lead
Oakfield Academy, Somerset
This training was outstanding and highly
recommended for anyone responsible for, or involved in, the pastoral care of pupils.
ALISON GRANT
Deputy Headteacher
King’s Bruton School
Such lively and engaging training – packed full of guidance and information.
JULIA RANDALL
Senior Mental Health Lead
Broadheath CE Primary School
It was exactly what I needed to focus my thoughts on how to develop an action plan. Brilliant.
SHARON CIPIERES
Deputy Head
Priory Ruskin Academy
Very informative and in depth course which covered all aspects of mental health and wellbeing provision in school. A must for any member of staff who will become the Senior Mental Health Lead.
NICKY KLINKERBERG
DSL & Senior Mental Health Lead
Blundell’s School
This was a thought provoking, inspiring course, based on sound theory with lots of resources, practical ideas and strategies to take away and use immediately.
STEVE RICHARDSON
Assistant Head & Senior Mental Health Lead
Heritage High School
The course allows you to really unpick mental health in schools and see what matters.
JACQUI CORNELL
Headteacher
Stratford Girls Grammar
This course will leave you being clear on how to develop and strengthen mental health and wellbeing in your school, with practical suggestions and a vast array of resources, backed up with relevant and up-to-date research – I highly recommend it!
PAULA JONES
Senior Mental Health Lead
Broadgreen International School, Liverpool
A fantastic course that really helped me to develop my understanding of the role, the national plan and the vast array of resources and organisations available to help!
LORRAINE PHILLIPS
Executive Headteacher
Crofton Anne Dale Federation of Schools, Hants
Excellent Course! I came away with practical strategies and a high level of confidence about leading initiatives to support mental health in my school.
DR GEOFF BAKER
Headteacher
Cansfield High School, Wigan
This was a complete training experience which provided excellent resources and a comprehensive overview of strategies that all schools will find invaluable.
DIANE PRICE
Pastoral Lead
Crofton Anne Dale Federation of Schools, Hants
This was an informative, engaging and fully engaging course covering all areas which, before this course, had seemed overwhelming when trying to plan and lead an effective Mental Health
Programme – it also highlighted a multitude of areas I hadn’t previously considered - well worthwhile!
KAIT WESTON
Deputy Headteacher
Millfield School
The material, resources and activities provided were all practical, well researched and most informative. The presentation was well paced, well presented and the atmosphere was most
conducive. I am leaving this training with renewed energy, with validation and recognition that every child is a world on their own worthy of all we have got, to give them every chance of succeeding in life.
MICHELE GLUCK
Headteacher
Beth Jacob Grammar School
This was an excellent, well-paced detailed run through of all of the requirements of the Senior Mental Health Lead role. Delivery was very engaging and effective.
I would definitely recommend it.
JEREMY BARNETT
Assistant Head/Pastoral
Heckmondwicke Grammar School
This course gave me the time to share and understand the leadership roles involved in mental health. The resources were excellent and the training was the right mix of information, group work and providing the confidence needed.
CAROLYN PARKS
Deputy Headteacher
Wilsthorpe School
Excellent course, I looked at loads of different ones before choosing this one and I am so pleased that I did. Ollie was extremely knowledgeable; the days ran smoothly, and I feel I have gained so much valuable information from it. Thank you!
EMILY ABEL
Education Mental Health Practioner
The Gainsborough Academy
Fantastic and well informed delivery. Detailed and knowledgeable- trainer obviously highly experienced and was able to use real examples of scenarios that were relevant to discussion. Would thoroughly recommend this training. Excellent paperwork to support training- including memory stick with everything on.
ALIX HAYWOOD
Assistant SENCO/Class Teacher,
St Barnabas CE Primary School
A must do for any Mental Health leader in education - excellent quality training, resources and very practical advice some of which can be implemented easily and quickly to improve pupil and staff daily experiences. It will give you all the tools and confidence needed to implement a strategy for whole school improvements to mental health and well-being. Very good value for money!
EMMA TULLEY
Ashton Under Hill First School
This course exceeded all my (already high) expectations! I am leaving today energised, with a clear plan and extensive resources for our school to improve the mental health of our students and to improve the wellbeing of all stakeholders.
ANGELA LINDLEY
Senior Mental Health Lead
Heritage High School
Ollie was brilliant! Really enjoyed this excellent training – great course – I will consider more zoom training if it’s like this!
ANNA SCOTT,
Senior Mental Health Lead
Whalley Range High School for Girls
I thought that this was an excellent training course- it actually exceeded my expectations! The quality of delivering from Oliie was superb – both in terms of knowledge and expertise and in terms of style of presentation. It was so engaging, informative and should have lasting impact on the work I do in school.
EMMA DAVIES
Graveney School
Oliver is a superb communicator and fully explained the role of the Senior Mental Health Lead in an engaging and interesting way. The resources are excellent and I cannot recommend this course any more highly!
SAM PAYNE
Deputy Head
James Allen’s Girls School
Fantastic training really engaging and informative. Lots of really useful resources and ideas to implement in the setting.
KATE NASH
Coleham Primary School
The contagious enthusiasm in which the course was delivered was inspirational and motivating to educational practitioners to have a positive impact at school and with the pupils.
DANIEL PALLETT
Senior Mental Health Lead
Longdon Hall School
I have done a number of mental health courses where some old material is shared and I don’t feel I’ve learnt anything. Loved this course: so informative, so many resources/sign posting but clear guidance on what we can do as MH leads and actions we can take. 100% recommend. Thankyou!
LOUISE HARROWSMITH
The Crescent Primary School
Inspiring Training which gave a heightened understanding of how to the lead the development of mental health within the school. Excellent strategies and many resources to support this work in and across the school community
SALLY BEARDSLEY
Headteacher
William Lilley Infant School
The best course I’ve been on – the delivery was first class!
DENISE CLARKE
Senior Mental Health Lead
Hillyfield Primary Acadmey
This is a must do course for anyone who supports children and adults in alleviating mental health.
JILL DYER AND LOUISE O NEIL
Merton Junior School


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