We understand that there may be times when you find things difficult and need help or support. You can find information on the links below. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the school. We know it is sometimes difficult to ask for help, but we do assure you that any requests will be kept completely confidential. We also know that if you don’t ask, we definitely won’t be able to help you find the support you need, so please don’t feel nervous about speaking up.

Are you worried about Mental Health? 

• Advice for parents and carers: talking mental health with children at primary school - Anna Freud guidance
• Child mental health - NSPCC Learning guidance
• Looking after a child or young person's mental health - NHS every mind matters guidance
• Parenting advice from our child mental health experts - Place2Be Parenting Smart guidance
• ​Resources for families - Anna Freud guidance
• Understanding and supporting your child's emotional wellbeing and mental health (Word, 50KB) - general resources for parent and carers
• Every Mind Matters https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters

Are you worried about finances? 

https://www.gov.uk/browse/childcare-parenting/financial-help-children

https://www.gov.uk/browse/benefits/families

https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/information-and-services/expecting-or-bringing-children/financial-support-parents-and-children

Are you worried about your child's attendance?

There is a dedicated telephone number to speak to the Attendance Specialist Teams at the Local Authority. They can call you back for advice and guidance on any attendance matter, 03330322968.

The same team is offering parent support for a parenting course entitled 'Supporting your child to attend and enjoy school'.  This is bookable by asking us to complete a referral.  Mrs Maguire, our Headteacher is also our school's named Attendance Champion. Please contact her to request a referral. 

Helplines 

For SEMH helpline support for parents and carers use the following links:

• YoungMinds Parents Helpline - Free office hours telephone and online support for parents and carers of children and young people under 25 years
• Family lives helpline - Free telephone, online and email support for parents and carers
• Samaritans helpline - Free 24/7, 365 days a year telephone, text and email support for anyone experiencing mental health difficulties