Pupils Wellbeing Prize
Win up to £10,000 to support your pupils' wellbeing
Competition to open 27 March
The competition gives schools the opportunity to win up to £10,000 to provide funding for activities, equipment, kit, or space to support the mental health and wellbeing of their pupils. This could be through sport, music, art, wellbeing or mindfulness activities or experiences.
How could the prize money be used?
It’s up to you to choose how your school wishes to spend the prize money, but here are a few examples:
- Mindfulness and relaxation spaces: create quiet areas for reflection, sensory rooms, or nature-inspired zones.
- Peer support networks: train mental health ambassadors to support fellow pupils.
- Outdoor activity programmes: develop activities or challenges that promote physical activity, team-building, and connection with nature.
- Sports and fitness: purchase equipment, sports kits, provide training, and mental health support.
- Art/music and wellbeing: fund installations, drama performances or music sessions/instruments to boost self-esteem and reduce stress.
Timeline
27 March 2026: | Competition opens |
18 July 2026: | Competition closes |
21 August 2026: | Winner(s) selected |
7 September 2026: | Winner(s) announced |
Student and Pupil Wellbeing Services
Howden's specialist education division currently supports more than one million students with their mental health and wellbeing. Find out more about the wellbeing services we provide to the education community.