Useful Information for Parents and Carers
Websites
E-Safety
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/ A good website for advice about staying safe when you're on a phone, tablet or computer. Advice for
parents and children.
Social, Emotional and Mental Health
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/camhs/carers/ Parents can refer their child to CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services ) however you
can contact the SENCO who can help you make a referral.
https://www.splitz.org/ Splitz Support Service is a registered charity delivering support services to adults and young people
experiencing the trauma of domestic abuse and sexual violence. Splitz delivers services across
south-west England.
The Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service out of hours number, between 5pm and 9am every day,
is 01793 610 610.
The Splitz Support Service, which currently runs through the working week from 8am to 5pm, can be
called on 01225 775276.
https://www.onyourmind.org.uk/ New 24/7 mental health helpline for children, young people and parents and carers.
01865 903777 (9am – 5pm) and 01865 901000 (5pm – 9am)
https://www.cruse.org.uk/get-help/for-parents/ Children and young people's emotional response to loss (bereavement).
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https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2021/09/03/ The Education Hub - Mental health resources for children, students, parents, carers and school/college
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What is Autism? Click on the image to find out more information on Autism.
If you are concerned that your child may have traits of Autism, some helpful information and websites are listed below. Please speak to your child’s class teacher and the SENDCo if you would like to discuss this further.
Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) or Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
https://beeuniquecharity.co.uk https://wiltshirechildrensservices.co.uk/our-services/waas/ Support Click here to find out more information about support for families of children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism.
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What is Dyslexia? Click on the image to find out more information on Dyslexia.
If you are concerned that your child may have traits of dyslexia, some helpful information and websites are listed below. Please speak to your child’s class teacher and the SENDCo if you would like to discuss this further.
https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk https://www.dyslexiaaction.org.uk
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Is my child ready to be left home alone? Information to help you decide when it’s safe for your child to be home on their own, and how to find alternatives if they’re not ready. Click on the image to find out more.
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Harmful effects of having too much screen time A child-friendly video explaining the term 'screen time' and the negative effects that having too much screen time can have. Click on the image to watch the video. |
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Useful resources for Parents and Carers Click on the image to download some useful resources for Parents and Carers. |
Useful documents for Parents and Carers
Click here to find out more information about the Early Support Assessment - ESA - which replaces the CAF.
What is a CAF?
Information on My Support Plans and CAFs
To view the Wiltshire Council Website - Information on CAFs - Click here