TWO homebuilders in Warrington have donated £3,000 to Peace in Mind UK to help bring mindfulness training to schools in memory of Brianna Ghey.

Following her death in February 2023, Brianna’s mother, Esther Ghey, set up a fundraising campaign with the Warrington Guardian to help bring mindfulness training to schools across the town and the UK.

Now, Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes North West, which is based in Birchwood Park, decided to donate £3,000 to the Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP) in memory of Brianna Ghey.

“We are honoured that Brianna Ghey’s family and the Warrington Guardian launched the Peace in Mind Campaign to raise funds for MiSP in her memory,” said Emily Slater, CEO of MiSP.

“This generous donation from Barratt and David Wilson Homes will enable more children and young people to learn the key skills to support their own wellbeing now and throughout adulthood – on their behalf, I say a huge heartfelt thank you.”

Mindfulness aims to help pupil deal with negative emotions and regulate them in a healthier way, potentially preventing mental health issues from developing later in life.

Teachers from across Warrington have started attending MiSP training courses as part of the campaign.

“It’s so important for our children to be able to express themselves in a safe environment and to feel supported,” said Claire Jarvis, managing director at David Wilson Homes north west.

“The service that Mindfulness in Schools Project offers is invaluable, and we encourage all who are able to offer their support in the fundraiser to do so.”

The donation from the homebuilders will help bring mindfulness training to more teachers across the UK and help students mental health.

“The passing of Brianna Ghey is a tragedy that won’t be forgotten, both in Warrington and the UK, as so we are proud to have been able to offer our support to the Peace in Mind Campaign, said Rhys Nicholson, managing director of Barratt Homes Manchester.