Kelly Hannaghan is a Mental Health and Wellbeing Consultant, keynote speaker, and the Founder and Director of Mind Work Matters Ltd, a consultancy dedicated to placing wellbeing at the heart of education.
An award-winning speaker, school improvement adviser, and published author, Kelly works with schools, multi-academy trusts, local authorities, and education organisations to develop practical, evidence-informed strategies that improve leadership, wellbeing, attendance, inclusion, and outcomes for children and young people.
Kelly is an experienced trainer and coach for Senior Mental Health Leads and previously led the Department for Education’s Wellbeing for Education Return programme. Recognised by the Department for Education, the Anna Freud Centre, the National Children’s Bureau, and Education Support, she is regarded as one of the UK’s leading voices in mental health and wellbeing in education.
Kelly is also a recognised judge for a number of national education awards, bringing extensive expertise in innovation, school improvement, and educational excellence.
