Good Childhood Report

Modern life has been chipping away at children’s happiness over time. The Children Society has produced their 2020 report which finds this toxic trend continues.

Our key findings

  • Average happiness with life among 10 to 15 year olds in the UK continues to decline
  • Children are becoming less happy with their friendships
  • 15 year olds in the UK are among the saddest and least satisfied with their lives in Europe
  • The Coronavirus pandemic has left many children feeling they lack choices in life.

Good Childhood Report 2020