Anguish’s Educational Foundation Awards Funding to Expand Mental Strength Provision in Norfolk Schools

We are delighted that the Anguish’s Educational Foundation has chosen to support the work of the High Performance Foundation in expanding its Mental Strength provision across secondary schools in Norfolk.

With one in five young people currently experiencing a probable mental health disorder, the need for early, preventative support has never been greater. Norfolk ranks among the worst areas nationally for mental health indicators, and schools are reporting rising levels of anxiety, disengagement and attendance challenges among pupils. This latest funding represents a strategic investment in early intervention, equipping young people with the resilience, emotional control and self-belief they need to manage pressure and uncertainty effectively.

The grant will support the continued delivery and expansion of Game Plan, the High Performance Foundation’s classroom-based programme. Designed to develop resilience, wellbeing and employability skills, Game Plan uses inspiring role models and structured video content to provide practical, relatable strategies that pupils can apply in both their academic and personal lives.

Currently delivered in 19 state secondary schools across Norfolk, the programme reaches approximately 7,800 students. Support from Anguish’s Educational Foundation will enable the High Performance Foundation to extend its reach further, including into the 12 schools within the Anguish area. This expansion strengthens a county-wide commitment to building confidence, accountability and aspiration among young people, while ensuring targeted support where it is needed most.

Through this investment, students will gain sustained access to the tools, guidance and experiences they need to grow academically, socially and personally. By embedding Mental Strength within the fabric of school life, this partnership aims to ensure that Norfolk’s young people develop not only the academic capability to succeed, but also the resilience, character and self-belief required to navigate challenges, seize opportunities and thrive in the years ahead.