Supporting Our Families

For our children to succeed and progress at school, we need to ensure they are happy and confident. We are here to support families when times become challenging.  Whether this is a problem at home or school, an ongoing issue or something new, we are here to help.

We know how important it is to have a good relationship with our families. We also know that sometimes life at home or school does not run smoothly. If you feel you need support or help, we can work with you to find solutions or signpost you to organisations that can offer further guidance.

This may include:

• Supporting children with low self-esteem, anxiety or behaviour problems (at home as well as school)
• Practical ideas for getting to school on time and improving attendance
• Concerns regarding social skills, friendship issues
• Improving family relationships at home
• Supporting parents/carers when times become tough
• Concerns regarding mental health (adults and children)
• Family break-up/bereavement
• Financial concerns

 Useful Contacts

Access and  Response Team – 01454 86 6000 (during working hours)

Emergency Duty Team – 01454 615 165 (out of hours)

Police – 101 for non-urgent issues & 999 if urgent and an immediate response is needed

Domestic Abuse Concerns - Next Link South Glos domestic abuse telephone help lines are open 8:30am – 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) and 9:30am – 1:00pm (Saturday) 0800 4700 280

Mental Health Support - CAMHS (if young person is currently under CAMHS) – 01454 862431 or if you are concerned that you are not able to keep your child safe or they are not able to keep themselves safe then take them to the Accident & Emergency department at Bristol Children’s hospital or call for an ambulance.

Food Banks (for families living in South Glos)

https://oneyou.southglos.gov.uk/eat-well/food-poverty-support/

Food Banks (for families living in Bristol)

https://www.trusselltrust.org/

https://eastbristol.foodbank.org.uk/get-help/how-to-get-help/

Parents worried about exploitation

https://paceuk.info/ or for confidential help and advice, call Pace on 0113 240 5226

Childline – 0800 1111 or visit their website www.childline.org.uk

Samaritans – 116 123

Mental Health apps approved by NHS

https://www.nhs.uk/apps-library/category/mental-health/ 

 Early Help Support Services Poster

As a school we work with many outside agencies so we can signpost you in the right direction for more help and advice.