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Welcome to the Complex Needs Escalation and Support Tool (CNEST) on the Level Up website.

Explore this dedicated section designed to assist users of CNEST. Here you will find a detailed breakdown of each element of CNEST along with access to official tool downloads and offline guidance documents.

Contact us

For any queries related to CNEST, please email: cwp.cnest@nhs.net

The CNEST is committed to delivering a consistent and evidence-based approach to the early identification of young people with complex needs. By supporting clinicians in decision-making and coordinating multi-agency interventions, CNEST aims to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, prevent placement breakdowns, and avoid custody situations, promoting better outcomes through timely, targeted support.