As a new school year begins, teachers and administrators are preparing classrooms to be welcoming, functional, and inspiring spaces for learning. One increasingly popular approach to enhancing the school environment is the use of houseplants and interior landscaping. Beyond their aesthetic value, plants bring a range of proven benefits that support both academic success and overall well-being.

Today marks the start of Children’s Mental Health Week, organised by the charity Place2Be, with this year’s theme: "Know Yourself, Grow Yourself." The aim is to help children and young people across the UK embrace self-awareness, explore their strengths, and understand how personal growth can support their well-being and resilience.