Belonging Matters is a whole school programme from the National Children’s Bureau designed to help schools create environments where every pupil feels valued, connected and able to thrive.
If you are a headteacher, pastoral lead, safeguarding lead or behaviour lead, the programme provides practical tools, training and expert guidance to help strengthen belonging across your whole school community.
The programme supports schools to build positive relationships, strengthen school culture and improve pupil engagement.
Book your place on the Belonging Matters programme for 2026 to 27 here
Sign up to our Belonging Matters live CPD accredited webinars
Read about our 2024-25 Belonging Matters pilot programme here
Schools joining the programme benefit from:
Schools also receive the following additional benefits:
Please see the Belonging Matters Terms of Reference for further information
£840 + VAT per school
Join the growing number of schools working to ensure every pupil feels they belong.
Register your school for the 2026 to 27 Belonging Matters programme today.
Our summary report of the findings of the programme (October 2025)
Full final report of the findings from the programme (2025)
June 2025
June 2025
