The funding announcement follows reports that of a rise in domestic abuse during the coronavirus pandemic, with some children also experiencing exposure to drug and alcohol misuse, or are at risk from online harm.
The Department for Education said that as more children return to school, the new measures will help teachers identify children at risk.
The second largest source of referrals to children’s social services - around one in five – are from schools.
The plan is part of a series of measures following the virtual Hidden Harms summit held in Downing Street today.
Local authorities will be invited to bid for the funding and 150 schools will be chosen to take part in the scheme following this.
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