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Howden education division’s Pupils Wellbeing Prize is now open for 2026! For the second year running, the competition gives schools the opportunity to win up to £10,000 to provide funding to support the mental health and wellbeing of their pupils.
Enter the Pupils Wellbeing Prize here
How can 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 or sports kits, provide training, or mental health support.
- Art/music and wellbeing: fund installations, drama performances or music sessions/instruments to boost self-esteem and reduce stress.
Hear from one of our 2025 winners
How to enter
Simply complete the application form and explain in a few words the challenges your school is facing and how the prize money would be used to ease those challenges and support the mental health and wellbeing of your pupils. You have until 18 July to enter your school
More about Howden
Howden is the 5th largest employee-owned business in the UK, and one of the largest insurance groups in the world.
The specialist education division provides tailored insurance, risk management, and wellbeing solutions to the education community. We currently support over one million young people with their mental health and wellbeing through their school, college, university, or student accommodation provider.
You can find more information on our wellbeing services for schools here or, to get in touch with the team, email pupilwellbeing@howdeninsurance.co.uk
