Our Place Support

01/09/2026

📚 New term... New professional development training courses!

We’ve now scheduled our most popular training courses right through to December, with a mix of online and in-person options available.

Courses include:

💠 Level 3 Award in Mentoring Practice (Starting soon so be quick to join this one)
💠 Introduction to Mentoring
💠 Safeguarding Awareness
💠 Coping with Crisis – brand new
💠 Dementia Awareness – brand new

Our two new courses, Coping with Crisis and Dementia Awareness, are being delivered in partnership with ETC Training as part of our growing training offer.

Whether you’re looking to develop your own skills, support staff or volunteers, or book training for your organisation, please take a look at the link below for more details:

🎟️ Book now: https://buytickets.at/ourplacesupport

Remember that as a CIC all income from our training services is reinvested back into social value community offer.

30/08/2026

Is your child worried about going back to school?

The start of a new school year can bring excitement- but for some children and young people, it can also bring worry, anxiety and uncertainty.

Here are a few simple ways parents and carers can help:

• Talk openly - Give your child time to share their worries without rushing to fix them.
• Listen and reassure - Validate their feelings, let them know they’re not alone- Their peers will likely be feeling the same.
• Prepare together - Talk through what the first day will look like, including routines, travel and what they can expect.
• Practice calming strategies – Breathing exercises, movement, or taking a short break can help when anxiety feels overwhelming.
• Celebrate the small wins – Getting through the school gates, speaking to a teacher, making a new friend or making it through the day are all achievements.

Remember, you don't have to take away your child's worries. Sometimes, helping them feel heard, understood and supported can make all the difference.

29/08/2026

⏰ Last chance to book at our early booking rate!

Our Level 3 Award in Mentoring Practice starts in September, and the early booking price of **£370** is available until 31st August

The course is delivered online over 7 evening sessions, making it easier to fit around work and other commitments.

📅 Wednesdays from 9th September 2026
🕕 6.00pm–9.00pm
💻 Online
📚 7 sessions
💷 £375 when booked by 31st August

From September, the course price increases to £455.

Ideal for anyone already working or volunteering in a mentoring role, or those looking to develop their mentoring knowledge, skills and practice.

Book before the early booking rate closes on Monday: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ourplacesupport

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

We’re pleased to be working with Expert Training & Consultancy (ETC) to bring a new series of specialist Mental Health training courses to Our Place.

Our new partnership brings together lived experience and frontline expertise across mental health and community settings, helping us to deliver impactful and practical, training courses.

Our first two courses are now open for booking:

🟣 Coping with Crisis
📅 Monday 2 November | 9.30am–12.30pm
💻 Online | £85 introductory offer

Covering mental health crisis, panic attack first aid, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, psychosis and knowing when and where to seek further support.

🟣 Dementia Awareness
📅 Thursday 26 November | 10am–12.30pm
📍 In person (Sutton Coldfield) | £85 per person

A lived-experience-informed course designed to increase understanding and confidence when supporting people living with dementia.

As a reminder; because Our Place Support is a Community Interest Company, income from our training is reinvested into our community mentoring and advice services – so every booking also helps create additional social value in our communities.

Read more about our partnership and the courses in our blog here:
https://ourplacesupport.org/partners-with-etc-training/

🎟️ Book your places here: https://buytickets.at/ourplacesupport

23/08/2026

Just a little reminder that our 10% summer saving on Sutton Santa Run tickets ends on 31st August 🎅

The Sutton Santa Run hosted by SE Fitness Running & Walking Club takes place on Sunday 6th December in Sutton Park, with proceeds supporting Our Place Support and Acacia Family Support

It’s a relaxed, festive 5K for all ages and abilities – run it, walk it or take it at your own pace.

🎅 Santa hats and medals for all finishers
🎁 Goody bags
🏆 Best dressed prizes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family tickets available

There is currently 10% off tickets until the end of August.

🎟️ https://www.ticketsource.com/sutton-santa-run/sutton-santa-run-2026/2026-12-06/10:00/t-yzzrxkk

22/08/2026

15 years of mentoring and thousands of children and young people supported. 🎉

From one-to-one support and group work to family days and community activities, it’s been an incredible 15 years of helping children and young people overcome barriers to their emotional, social and mental wellbeing, build confidence and make positive changes.

We’re incredibly proud of everything that has been achieved alongside the mentees, families, mentors, schools and partners we’ve worked with.

Here’s to 15 years of making a difference, and to continuing to support children, young people and families for many years to come! 🥳

21/08/2026

Last week to book at our current training prices 📣

From *1st September* our training prices will increase for the new academic year.

That’s one more week to book any of our courses running through to December 2026 at the current price.

Courses available include:

**Level 3 Award in Mentoring Practice**
Our recognised qualification for those looking to develop strong, practical mentoring skills.

**Introduction to Mentoring**
A great starting point for anyone new to mentoring or looking to strengthen their approach.

**Safeguarding Awareness**
Essential training for anyone working or volunteering with children, young people or vulnerable adults.

You can book now for upcoming course dates right through to December and still secure the **current 2025/26 academic year price** but only until **31st August**.

If you’ve been meaning to book, this is the week to do it.

🗓️ View dates and book: https://buytickets.at/ourplacesupport

If you are unable to pay by card please email us: [email protected] and we can arrange payment by invoice.

As a CIC, income from Our Place Training also helps support the delivery of our community mentoring and advice services.

20/08/2026

We were privileged to be invited along to The Fine Collective CICs Summer Festival today at Pedmore Primary School in Stourbridge.

Families were able to enjoy the wonderful Forest School setting and a range of activities.

Our team were on hand throughout the day for crafts, drawing and plenty of conversation, with our Mentors and Advisors available to chat through any questions, worries or support needs families wanted to discuss.

We were also joined by the Mayor and Mayoress of Dudley, who came along to enjoy the festival and meet families.

A lovely day for the community! Thank you to The Fine Collective for inviting us to be part of it.

20/08/2026

This is just one example of the many positive outcomes we've seen through our Pathway to Potential mentoring service.

Through personalised, one-to-one mentoring, we're supporting young people to build confidence, improve their emotional wellbeing, whilst working towards achieving their goals.

Delivered in partnership with Barnardo's, Birmingham City University, and liminal.education, this project is proudly funded by the Office for Students.

If you would like more information about our Pathway to Potential Mentor service, please visit out website.