Tanya Richards is the deserving recipient of this year’s Health and Wellbeing Award, recognised for the exceptional commitment, compassion and dedication she brings to her role as Team Leader within the Children and Families Service at Wellbeing Scotland. Her work has made a significant difference to the lives of vulnerable children, young people and families, […]
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Children’s Can’t Be Calm If They Don’t Know Their Rights | NHS GREATER GLASOGW AND CLYDE ARE LEADING THE WAY
“I didn’t know I had health rights before. Now I do — and I want to help other children know too.” – Health Rights Defender, age 12. As we prepare to celebrate 50 years of Children’s Health Scotland on 2 October, we are reflecting on what children and young people have told us matters most […]
Improving Life Experiences Award 2026 | Stanmore House School Team Transforming Lives Through Care, Learning and Opportunity
The Stanmore House School Multidisciplinary Team are the worthy winners of this year’s Improving Life Experiences Award at the Scottish Children’s Health Awards 2026. For the dedicated team at Stanmore House School, improving the lives of children and young people with disabilities and complex needs is not simply a job. It is a commitment that […]
#BeCalm Wednesday: Bear’s Big Adventure Days – Creating Calm Through Connection, Play and Discovery
As part of Scottish Children’s Health Week 2026, we’re celebrating #BeCalm Wednesday by reflecting on the wonderful experiences shared during this year’s Bear’s Big Adventure Days. This year, families joined us for three unforgettable adventures at M&D’s Theme Park, Edinburgh Zoo, and Stirling Castle with one more adventure to go at the Glasgow Science Centre. […]
HEALTH-RELATED PLAY AWARD 2026 | Chelsea Stuart Bringing Joy, Comfort and Confidence to Children in Hospital
Chelsea Stuart is this year’s winner of the Health-Related Play Award, recognised for the extraordinary difference she makes to children, young people and families during their time in hospital. Working as a Health Play Assistant on a children’s ward, Chelsea has earned admiration from colleagues and families alike for her creativity, compassion and ability to […]
More Than 1,100 Voices. One National Conversation. Scotland Has Spoken. Are We Ready to Listen?
What does it really mean for children and young people to experience their health rights in Scotland today? Over the past year, Children’s Health Scotland has been listening. Through our My Health, My Rights Survey, more than 1,100 voices have come together to create one of the most significant conversations about children’s health rights in […]
Story With Rory: The Hospital Hoppities and the Right to Feel Safe
For many children and young people living with long-term health conditions, hospitals can be a regular part of life. Whether it’s attending appointments, having tests, meeting new healthcare professionals, or staying overnight, these experiences can sometimes feel exciting, confusing, overwhelming, or even a little bit scary. As part of Scottish Children’s Health Week, Rory is […]
CHILDREN’S CHOICE AWARD 2026 | Caitlin Patterson and Susan Campbell Recognised for Outstanding Care and Compassion
This year’s Children’s Choice Award is being presented to two outstanding nurses whose dedication, compassion and commitment have made a remarkable difference to the life of one young boy and his family. Caitlin Patterson and Susan Campbell, who work as part of the Children’s Community Nursing Team at University Hospital Wishaw, NHS Lanarkshire, were nominated […]
Children’s views and voices must shape NHS Reform
Children’s views, voices and experiences should be at the heart of decisions about the future of Scotland’s NHS, according to national children’s health rights charity Children’s Health Scotland. Every child has the right to the best possible health, and any reform should be judged by whether it improves access to care, reduces waiting times and […]
Helping Children Thrive at School: Listening to Kinship Carers, Learning Together
For many care experienced children and young people, school can be far more than a place of learning. It can also be a place where the impacts of trauma, loss, uncertainty, health conditions, and additional support needs are felt most keenly. For kinship carers, supporting a child to feel safe, included, and able to thrive […]
