The Children's Society
@childrenssociety.bsky.social
We fight for a better future for all children. We're working to end child poverty, halt the grooming and exploitation of children, and stop crisis in its tracks. Learn more: https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Policy team: @tcspolicypractice.bsky.social
Policy team: @tcspolicypractice.bsky.social
The #ChildPovertyStrategy has been published 🔍
The commitments laid out have the potential to transform children’s lives. Now we must turn these promises into concrete action: food on tables, stability at home and hope for every child.
The commitments laid out have the potential to transform children’s lives. Now we must turn these promises into concrete action: food on tables, stability at home and hope for every child.
December 5, 2025 at 10:49 AM
The #ChildPovertyStrategy has been published 🔍
The commitments laid out have the potential to transform children’s lives. Now we must turn these promises into concrete action: food on tables, stability at home and hope for every child.
The commitments laid out have the potential to transform children’s lives. Now we must turn these promises into concrete action: food on tables, stability at home and hope for every child.
Anthony was being bullied at school and really struggling with his mental health.
When he found help at The Children’s Society, he felt listened to and supported.
Our early support hubs help young people get quick, free professional help: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
When he found help at The Children’s Society, he felt listened to and supported.
Our early support hubs help young people get quick, free professional help: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
December 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Anthony was being bullied at school and really struggling with his mental health.
When he found help at The Children’s Society, he felt listened to and supported.
Our early support hubs help young people get quick, free professional help: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
When he found help at The Children’s Society, he felt listened to and supported.
Our early support hubs help young people get quick, free professional help: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Young people across the UK are facing mounting pressures.
This #GivingTuesday, you can give them the support they need by donating, volunteering, or buying a present from our charity shops.
Give young people the gift of hope: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
This #GivingTuesday, you can give them the support they need by donating, volunteering, or buying a present from our charity shops.
Give young people the gift of hope: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
December 2, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Young people across the UK are facing mounting pressures.
This #GivingTuesday, you can give them the support they need by donating, volunteering, or buying a present from our charity shops.
Give young people the gift of hope: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
This #GivingTuesday, you can give them the support they need by donating, volunteering, or buying a present from our charity shops.
Give young people the gift of hope: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
The #TwoChildLimit is finally gone.
This decision will pull 450,000 children out of poverty.
After years of tireless campaigning, persistence has paid off. Thank you to our colleagues, partners & supporters who made this happen!
This decision will pull 450,000 children out of poverty.
After years of tireless campaigning, persistence has paid off. Thank you to our colleagues, partners & supporters who made this happen!
November 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The #TwoChildLimit is finally gone.
This decision will pull 450,000 children out of poverty.
After years of tireless campaigning, persistence has paid off. Thank you to our colleagues, partners & supporters who made this happen!
This decision will pull 450,000 children out of poverty.
After years of tireless campaigning, persistence has paid off. Thank you to our colleagues, partners & supporters who made this happen!
Today’s #Budget comes at a time when families are facing some of the hardest pressures.
We warmly welcome today’s decision to lift the two-child limit. It is the right thing to do and represents a significant course correction towards our system working for every child.
We warmly welcome today’s decision to lift the two-child limit. It is the right thing to do and represents a significant course correction towards our system working for every child.
November 26, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Today’s #Budget comes at a time when families are facing some of the hardest pressures.
We warmly welcome today’s decision to lift the two-child limit. It is the right thing to do and represents a significant course correction towards our system working for every child.
We warmly welcome today’s decision to lift the two-child limit. It is the right thing to do and represents a significant course correction towards our system working for every child.
Have you ever felt like things are getting too much? 😰
Every child deserves support when they need it. But too many are struggling with that feeling of never being able to just switch off. Help a child quiet the noise this Christmas: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Every child deserves support when they need it. But too many are struggling with that feeling of never being able to just switch off. Help a child quiet the noise this Christmas: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
November 24, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Have you ever felt like things are getting too much? 😰
Every child deserves support when they need it. But too many are struggling with that feeling of never being able to just switch off. Help a child quiet the noise this Christmas: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Every child deserves support when they need it. But too many are struggling with that feeling of never being able to just switch off. Help a child quiet the noise this Christmas: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
This week, we unveiled a new installation at our store in Newquay town centre to reflect young people's Christmas wishes.
We talked to BBC Cornwall about the growing pressures teenagers are facing this festive season.
Read more: cornishstuff.com/mental-healt...
We talked to BBC Cornwall about the growing pressures teenagers are facing this festive season.
Read more: cornishstuff.com/mental-healt...
November 21, 2025 at 4:22 PM
This week, we unveiled a new installation at our store in Newquay town centre to reflect young people's Christmas wishes.
We talked to BBC Cornwall about the growing pressures teenagers are facing this festive season.
Read more: cornishstuff.com/mental-healt...
We talked to BBC Cornwall about the growing pressures teenagers are facing this festive season.
Read more: cornishstuff.com/mental-healt...
Heading into Christmas, the last thing parents should worry about is school uniform prices.
Yet 54% of lowest income families struggle to pay for uniforms.
We encourage the prompt implementation of the limit on branded uniform items in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
Yet 54% of lowest income families struggle to pay for uniforms.
We encourage the prompt implementation of the limit on branded uniform items in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
November 21, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Heading into Christmas, the last thing parents should worry about is school uniform prices.
Yet 54% of lowest income families struggle to pay for uniforms.
We encourage the prompt implementation of the limit on branded uniform items in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
Yet 54% of lowest income families struggle to pay for uniforms.
We encourage the prompt implementation of the limit on branded uniform items in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.
Every day, 109 children are pushed into poverty because of the two-child limit.
Children deserve a fair start in life. We are calling on the chancellor to scrap this unfair policy in the upcoming budget as part of the @endchildpoverty.bsky.social coalition 📣
Children deserve a fair start in life. We are calling on the chancellor to scrap this unfair policy in the upcoming budget as part of the @endchildpoverty.bsky.social coalition 📣
November 19, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Every day, 109 children are pushed into poverty because of the two-child limit.
Children deserve a fair start in life. We are calling on the chancellor to scrap this unfair policy in the upcoming budget as part of the @endchildpoverty.bsky.social coalition 📣
Children deserve a fair start in life. We are calling on the chancellor to scrap this unfair policy in the upcoming budget as part of the @endchildpoverty.bsky.social coalition 📣
Every child should feel free to choose their future without barriers.
After our Lifting Limits programme, more girls believed they could be footballers, and more boys believed they could be teachers.
To tackle gender bias at your school, email [email protected]
After our Lifting Limits programme, more girls believed they could be footballers, and more boys believed they could be teachers.
To tackle gender bias at your school, email [email protected]
November 18, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Every child should feel free to choose their future without barriers.
After our Lifting Limits programme, more girls believed they could be footballers, and more boys believed they could be teachers.
To tackle gender bias at your school, email [email protected]
After our Lifting Limits programme, more girls believed they could be footballers, and more boys believed they could be teachers.
To tackle gender bias at your school, email [email protected]
One year of Space to Grow!
Thanks to #BBCChildrenInNeed, we’ve reached 6,000+ children across 13 UK locations, helping children feel safer, happier & more supported.
Thank you to everyone @childrenfirst.bsky.social @macsni.bsky.social @healthfoundation.bsky.social @impurbanhealth.bsky.social
Thanks to #BBCChildrenInNeed, we’ve reached 6,000+ children across 13 UK locations, helping children feel safer, happier & more supported.
Thank you to everyone @childrenfirst.bsky.social @macsni.bsky.social @healthfoundation.bsky.social @impurbanhealth.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 4:34 PM
One year of Space to Grow!
Thanks to #BBCChildrenInNeed, we’ve reached 6,000+ children across 13 UK locations, helping children feel safer, happier & more supported.
Thank you to everyone @childrenfirst.bsky.social @macsni.bsky.social @healthfoundation.bsky.social @impurbanhealth.bsky.social
Thanks to #BBCChildrenInNeed, we’ve reached 6,000+ children across 13 UK locations, helping children feel safer, happier & more supported.
Thank you to everyone @childrenfirst.bsky.social @macsni.bsky.social @healthfoundation.bsky.social @impurbanhealth.bsky.social
Every child deserves the best start in life.
We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for the government to fully scrap the two-child limit to turn the tide on child poverty.
We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for the government to fully scrap the two-child limit to turn the tide on child poverty.
We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for the government to fully scrap the two-child limit. Every child deserves the best start in life. By fully scrapping the two-child limit the government can deliver a decisive shift in children’s opportunities, and in the UK's potential.
November 12, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Every child deserves the best start in life.
We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for the government to fully scrap the two-child limit to turn the tide on child poverty.
We’ve joined 100+ others in calling for the government to fully scrap the two-child limit to turn the tide on child poverty.
Many children growing up in armed force families are young carers.
These young carers manage caring responsibilities in the armed forces community, while navigating school and social life.
This Remembrance Day, we’re sharing resources to support them: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/...
These young carers manage caring responsibilities in the armed forces community, while navigating school and social life.
This Remembrance Day, we’re sharing resources to support them: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/...
November 11, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Many children growing up in armed force families are young carers.
These young carers manage caring responsibilities in the armed forces community, while navigating school and social life.
This Remembrance Day, we’re sharing resources to support them: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/...
These young carers manage caring responsibilities in the armed forces community, while navigating school and social life.
This Remembrance Day, we’re sharing resources to support them: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/...
“I felt lost. I felt lost in my emotions.” 𖡎
The pressure of being bullied had become almost unbearable for Anthony. Being able to speak about his feelings at The Children’s Society helped him finally find peace.
Read Anthony's story here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/s...
The pressure of being bullied had become almost unbearable for Anthony. Being able to speak about his feelings at The Children’s Society helped him finally find peace.
Read Anthony's story here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/s...
November 10, 2025 at 10:09 AM
“I felt lost. I felt lost in my emotions.” 𖡎
The pressure of being bullied had become almost unbearable for Anthony. Being able to speak about his feelings at The Children’s Society helped him finally find peace.
Read Anthony's story here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/s...
The pressure of being bullied had become almost unbearable for Anthony. Being able to speak about his feelings at The Children’s Society helped him finally find peace.
Read Anthony's story here: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/s...
North East teenagers are under growing pressure during the festive season.
Thank you Cllr Stephen Lewis Elms for unveiling our installation.
Read more: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2559923...
Thank you Cllr Stephen Lewis Elms for unveiling our installation.
Read more: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2559923...
North East teenagers facing 'Christmas pressure' behind festive 'smiles and sparkle'
North East teenagers are under growing pressure during the festive season, according to new research from The Children’s Society.
www.thenorthernecho.co.uk
November 7, 2025 at 11:58 AM
North East teenagers are under growing pressure during the festive season.
Thank you Cllr Stephen Lewis Elms for unveiling our installation.
Read more: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2559923...
Thank you Cllr Stephen Lewis Elms for unveiling our installation.
Read more: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2559923...
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It was great to meet with @childrenssociety.bsky.social Young Advisors for the annual Good Childhood Report. This year's report focuses on reclaiming hope in a changing world. We must take our young people's wellbeing seriously, and I'm glad to see their call for a national wellbeing measurement!
November 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
It was great to meet with @childrenssociety.bsky.social Young Advisors for the annual Good Childhood Report. This year's report focuses on reclaiming hope in a changing world. We must take our young people's wellbeing seriously, and I'm glad to see their call for a national wellbeing measurement!
We went to Parliament to call for urgent action to tackle the growing crisis in children’s wellbeing.
The #GoodChildhoodReport found that children’s overall happiness has been in decline for over a decade.
It doesn't have to be this way. Take action now: act.childrenssociety.org.uk/page/179704/...
The #GoodChildhoodReport found that children’s overall happiness has been in decline for over a decade.
It doesn't have to be this way. Take action now: act.childrenssociety.org.uk/page/179704/...
November 6, 2025 at 3:10 PM
We went to Parliament to call for urgent action to tackle the growing crisis in children’s wellbeing.
The #GoodChildhoodReport found that children’s overall happiness has been in decline for over a decade.
It doesn't have to be this way. Take action now: act.childrenssociety.org.uk/page/179704/...
The #GoodChildhoodReport found that children’s overall happiness has been in decline for over a decade.
It doesn't have to be this way. Take action now: act.childrenssociety.org.uk/page/179704/...
A year ago, we opened Time for young people Newham.
It’s a space for young people in Newham to pause and find support as soon as they need it.
To celebrate, we spoke to staff to find out the difference it’s made to the local community: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/b...
It’s a space for young people in Newham to pause and find support as soon as they need it.
To celebrate, we spoke to staff to find out the difference it’s made to the local community: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/b...
November 5, 2025 at 11:37 AM
A year ago, we opened Time for young people Newham.
It’s a space for young people in Newham to pause and find support as soon as they need it.
To celebrate, we spoke to staff to find out the difference it’s made to the local community: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/b...
It’s a space for young people in Newham to pause and find support as soon as they need it.
To celebrate, we spoke to staff to find out the difference it’s made to the local community: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/b...
Thousands of teenagers are feeling totally overwhelmed by the noise of life – stress, pressure and problems that feel too big to handle 💢
Will you support our vital work and help a child quiet the noise this Christmas? www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Will you support our vital work and help a child quiet the noise this Christmas? www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
November 3, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Thousands of teenagers are feeling totally overwhelmed by the noise of life – stress, pressure and problems that feel too big to handle 💢
Will you support our vital work and help a child quiet the noise this Christmas? www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Will you support our vital work and help a child quiet the noise this Christmas? www.childrenssociety.org.uk/how-you-can-...
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline, according to the #GoodChildhoodReport 2025
How can we overturn this to create a society for all our children to thrive?
We’ve outlined our 5 key steps 📣
How can we overturn this to create a society for all our children to thrive?
We’ve outlined our 5 key steps 📣
October 30, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline, according to the #GoodChildhoodReport 2025
How can we overturn this to create a society for all our children to thrive?
We’ve outlined our 5 key steps 📣
How can we overturn this to create a society for all our children to thrive?
We’ve outlined our 5 key steps 📣
Over half of UK teenagers feel overwhelmed leading up to the festivities.
As schoolwork and family expectations drive strain, teenagers say they want to be understood by adults.
Early support services are essential to prevent worries from spiralling.
As schoolwork and family expectations drive strain, teenagers say they want to be understood by adults.
Early support services are essential to prevent worries from spiralling.
October 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Over half of UK teenagers feel overwhelmed leading up to the festivities.
As schoolwork and family expectations drive strain, teenagers say they want to be understood by adults.
Early support services are essential to prevent worries from spiralling.
As schoolwork and family expectations drive strain, teenagers say they want to be understood by adults.
Early support services are essential to prevent worries from spiralling.
All children should have a chance at childhood – not held back by worrying about rising prices.
We’re calling on the Government to implement and monitor an ambitious #ChildPovertyStrategy.
Read more in the full #GoodChildhoodReport: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
We’re calling on the Government to implement and monitor an ambitious #ChildPovertyStrategy.
Read more in the full #GoodChildhoodReport: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
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October 27, 2025 at 10:58 AM
All children should have a chance at childhood – not held back by worrying about rising prices.
We’re calling on the Government to implement and monitor an ambitious #ChildPovertyStrategy.
Read more in the full #GoodChildhoodReport: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
We’re calling on the Government to implement and monitor an ambitious #ChildPovertyStrategy.
Read more in the full #GoodChildhoodReport: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
The #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 is here and one thing is clear: teenagers are under pressure from all angles.
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change.
Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change.
Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
October 23, 2025 at 8:25 AM
The #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 is here and one thing is clear: teenagers are under pressure from all angles.
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change.
Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change.
Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood
It's true! We're showcasing a garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show next year.
We're so pleased to create a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Read more about the gardens: www.housebeautiful.com/uk/garden/g6...
We're so pleased to create a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Read more about the gardens: www.housebeautiful.com/uk/garden/g6...
First look: Chelsea Flower Show 2026 unveils 13 spectacular gardens — including a designer’s surprise return
Preview the upcoming Show Gardens at RHS Chelsea 2026 — and a legendary designer is back to wow the crowds once more
www.housebeautiful.com
October 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
It's true! We're showcasing a garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show next year.
We're so pleased to create a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Read more about the gardens: www.housebeautiful.com/uk/garden/g6...
We're so pleased to create a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Read more about the gardens: www.housebeautiful.com/uk/garden/g6...
We are excited to announce that we will unveil a garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show next year!
Amidst UK’s growing teenage wellbeing crisis, our garden will be a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Learn more about the gardens: www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events...
Amidst UK’s growing teenage wellbeing crisis, our garden will be a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Learn more about the gardens: www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events...
October 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We are excited to announce that we will unveil a garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show next year!
Amidst UK’s growing teenage wellbeing crisis, our garden will be a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Learn more about the gardens: www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events...
Amidst UK’s growing teenage wellbeing crisis, our garden will be a space of hope, safety and connection for teenagers to pause and reflect.
Learn more about the gardens: www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events...