At Shaping Lives and across all Knovia Group brands, we are supporting mental health and wellbeing in early years education. We believe that building a brighter future starts with looking after the people shaping it. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Shout; the UK’s free, confidential, 24/7 text support service for anyone who’s struggling and needs someone to talk to. 

No referrals. No waiting. Just real support, when it’s needed most. 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or just need a listening ear, help is just a text away. Simply text ‘Know’ to 85258 to start a conversation with a trained volunteer, day or night, wherever you are. 

Every day, thousands of people reach out to Shout to talk about what they’re going through. From stress and anxiety to loneliness, self-harm or family pressures. The text format means you can take your time and express how you’re feeling in a safe, non-judgemental space. 

 

Because You Matter 

Whether you’re just starting out in early years education, changing career paths, or already working in a nursery role, life can sometimes feel like a lot. At Shaping Lives, we get that. That’s why our partnership with Shout is such an important part of how we support our learners and team members across the board, to ensure we’re supporting mental health and wellbeing in early years education.

We already build wellbeing and resilience into our learning programmes through reflection and self-awareness, but sometimes you need something more immediate. That’s where Shout comes in. 

It’s free. It’s anonymous. And it’s always open. 

By texting ‘Know’ to 85258, you’ll be connected to someone who will listen without judgement, help you feel calmer, and guide you towards the support you need; whether that’s continuing the conversation or pointing you to further help. 

 

Want to Support Others? 

If you’re passionate about helping people and want to be part of the solution, you can find out more about becoming a trained Shout volunteer by visiting giveusashout.org. 

Together, we’re building not just a community of early years educators, but one that’s strong and supported. 

 

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