Transformative mental health training & resources: TILG launches online programme for adults in educational settings

Building on the tremendous success of The Oli Leigh Trust Mental Health Challenge, The Inspirational Learning Group (TILG) is thrilled to announce the launch of its comprehensive online mental health training resources for adults in educational settings. The invaluable resources will be available to schools across the UK completely free of charge as part of TILG’s exciting new phase in its three-year partnership with The Oli Leigh Trust.

In September, TILG introduced The Oli Leigh Trust Mental Health Challenge, offering secondary schools across the UK free access to a set of impactful resources and challenge designed to raise awareness around mental health. Since its launch, over 170 schools have already received access to the challenge, and 10 schools have been selected to receive a fully funded delivery of the challenge, facilitated by TILG’s expert team.

Now, TILG is expanding its mission by offering free online training specifically for adults working in education—from primary schools to higher education institutions. Developed in collaboration with The Oli Leigh Trust, these resources are designed to empower educators, staff, and other school professionals to recognise the signs when someone is struggling with mental health, whether it’s a student, colleague, or loved one. With 60 minutes of engaging online learning, the training will equip users with essential skills to make a real difference in supporting mental health in schools.

The training features six comprehensive modules, each aimed at building confidence and knowledge around key mental health topics:

  • What does it mean to be emotionally healthy?
  • What can trigger a mental health episode?
  • Spotting the signs
  • Mental health first aid
  • Signposting and support

Rebecca Clarke, Head of Education, Curriculum and Quality at TILG, said: “We’re delighted to partner with Michelle and the incredible team at The Oli Leigh Trust to create this life-changing training. Every adult who interacts with young people in an educational environment holds a crucial role in supporting their mental health. This training has been carefully designed to reflect that responsibility, and we are so proud that every school in the UK can access it—at absolutely no cost.”

TILG encourages all schools to take advantage of this incredible opportunity by expressing their interest using this link, ensuring their staff can access these essential resources and training to make a positive, lasting impact on mental health in education.

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