The Hummingbird Project | MedEquip4Kids

Improving mental health in our schools. Inspire and uplift with a FREE six week course for children.

1 in 5

young people experience
a mental health condition

625

children every week reach crisis point with their mental health

3 in 4

primary schools don’t have access to a mental health support team

6,656

North West pupils have benefited from the Hummingbird Project

What is the Hummingbird Project?

A short course based on Positive Psychology that helps children to be happier and more emotionally resilient. Six workshops are delivered free of charge by our staff and volunteers to schools throughout the North West. After the course, your school receives a package of practical mental health resources to help pupils to continue their learning.

“The Hummingbird Project is so of the moment. It answers the call coming from young people.”
Andy Burnham
Mayor of Greater Manchester
as he launched The Hummingbird Project

Helping young people to learn about their mental health

Created by MedEquip4Kids to address young people’s mental health issues
Achieving measurable improvements in wellbeing and reductions in anxiety and depression
Working in partnership with psychologists from the University of Bolton, the University of Chester and the Open University
Delivered to 6,656 pupils across 61 schools
Free to schools in the North West of England

Mental health has never been more important

One in five children in the UK is now thought to have a diagnosable mental health condition such as anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder. Only one in three of these has access to NHS treatment and care. Meanwhile, many schools have little funding available to invest in mental health education and training.

Breaking cycles and improving chances

Applying the concepts of Positive Psychology, the Hummingbird Project gives young people coping techniques, resilience and a greater understanding of their own personal strengths. Together we’re reducing stigma and providing hope.