Nearly 4,000 pupils across Walsall are taking part in a large-scale singing project designed to support children’s mental health and wellbeing during Children’s Mental Health Week (9–15 February 2026).
The initiative, known as Harmony in Walsall, is being delivered through a partnership between Walsall Council’s Public Health team and the Music Education Service. It forms part of a wider Black Country programme involving around 40,000 pupils from 120 schools across Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton.
Harmony is a creative health project that uses music to promote connection, emotional wellbeing and positive mental health among children. Originally developed in Dudley, the programme has now been expanded across the region through the Black Country Music Hub.
As part of the week’s activities, pupils and school staff will take part in a shared singing experience on Thursday 12 February, following a pre-recorded live-stream session. The video will bring together contributions from schools across the region and guide participants through a mass singing event, alongside activities focused on the “8 Steps to Wellbeing”.
In the lead-up to the event, children have been learning a set of songs linked to themes such as friendship, happiness and connection, supported by the Music Education Service. On the day, performances will also feature Radley Primary School choir, led by one of the service’s educators.
Participating schools in Walsall will receive themed resources, including wellbeing booklets with activities, stickers and certificates to recognise pupils’ involvement.
Councillor Gary Flint, Portfolio Holder for Culture, Health and Wellbeing at Walsall Council, said:
“ Harmony is a fantastic opportunity for schools to support children’s mental health in a way that feels uplifting, creative and inclusive. By bringing pupils together through singing and shared activities, the project helps children build positive wellbeing habits, strengthen their sense of connection and develop simple tools they can use both in school and beyond. “
Councillor Mark Statham, Portfolio Holder for Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, added:
“ Harmony gives schools a structured and reliable way to support children’s wellbeing as part of everyday learning. By combining music with simple, evidence-informed activities, the project helps teachers create calm, connected classrooms where children feel supported and ready to learn. It is a practical resource that fits naturally into the school day and strengthens the work we are doing to promote positive and better outcomes for children in Walsall. “