“Congratulations Jo, you deserve the award. You have been so inspiring with our young people. They really respond to you in a magical way and the difference you have made will be felt for a very long time."
"Thank you, Jo, for all you have done, your impact has been significant. You have a remarkable way with students—one that they respond to so positively. They feel seen, heard, and valued.
From your patient support of individual learners to your ability to lead by example, you’ve consistently gone above and beyond.."
Jo Brewin is a former teacher and senior pastoral leader with over 15 years of experience in education. Throughout her career, she held leadership positions at both school and trust levels. She was also a founding member of a new educational campus in Cambridge, where she played a pivotal role in shaping its vision and development.
As a senior pastoral leader and Designated Safeguarding Lead, she led well-being and mental health initiatives across her school community. She supported families through times of challenge and change—and it was here she discovered her gift for bridging the gap between teens and their parents, helping them reconnect, understand one another, and thrive together.
She holds a Master’s in Psychology, a Diploma in Coaching and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. The foundation of her work is Principle-based Psychology and her years of experience working with young people and their families. Her qualifications are accredited by the British Psychotherapy Society (BPS) and the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Her work has been published on various platforms, she speaks nationally and internationally about educational reform and mental health and has shared the stage with leading voices like Aaron Turner, George & Linda Pransky and Michael Neill.
In 2016, Jo was recognised for her contribution to the wellbeing of young people with an award from The Cambridge Leadership Academy, in partnership with the University of Cambridge.
Jo is dedicated to making mental health education a normal, everyday part of growing up.
She believes children should learn about mental health just as naturally as they learn to read or tie their shoes—openly, confidently, and with care. Her mission also includes guiding the adults in children's lives, so they can better understand mental health themselves and pass that knowledge on with confidence and compassion.
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