Early Help
Please find below, resources to provide "Early Help" for those pupils and families needing support with any aspect of school or family life.
If you require any further information, please contact Mrs. Fielder (our Youth Mental Health First Aider and SENCo) via the School Office.
Emotional Wellbeing
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Children and Young People's Emotional Wellbeing Hub Information, advice and support for anyone concerned about the emotional wellbeing and mental health of a child or young person aged 0 to 25 years.
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Emotional Wellbeing Gateway - Mental Health Services and Support Whether you are experiencing mental health issues, are worried about someone you care for, or want to know how to stay mentally well, the Gateway website is the place to go for families and professionals to access mental health support services in Suffolk
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The Source Information and advice for young people in Suffolk
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Mind Advice relating to Mental Health
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Young Minds We provide young people with tools to look after their mental health. Our website is full of advice and information on what to do if you're struggling with how you feel. We empower parents and adults who work with young people, to be the best support they can be to the young people in their lives.
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Nip it in the Bud Nip in the Bud® was set up to encourage awareness about mental health disorders in children. These relatively common problems which begin in childhood and adolescence can have wide-ranging and long-lasting effects, affecting a child’s relationships, their educational attainment and job opportunities.
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Emotionally Based School Avoidance Advice to help children and young people who feel anxious about going to school
Health
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Eric Support with issues related to toileting
Parenting Support
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Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust - Virtual Parent Workshops Our Psychology in Schools Team run a program of parent workshops throughout the year to provide up to date advice and guidance on how parents and carers can support the young people in their life. All the workshops are recorded for you to watch at any time.
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5 tips for Families A series of leaflets promoting ideas to support a range of issues, including sleep, anxiety, self-harm and challenging behaviour.
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Suffolk Parenting Programmes Friendly local drop in groups and courses to support all aspects of parenting
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Number 72 Number 72 is a registered charity offering easily accessed help, support and friendship from our base in North Street, Sudbury. Our relaxed and welcoming coffee shop is a great place to meet friends or have a private chat with one of our team.
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SCARF Activities for Home SCARF at Home – part of the Family SCARF resources – gives you tried and tested activities to help children keep happy and healthy and supports your child's work at school. SCARF helps children to learn valuable life skills needed to keep them happy, healthy and safe. With SCARF at Home, you can continue the learning and have fun together!
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Place2Be Place2Be is a children and young people's mental health charity with almost 30 years' experience working with pupils, families and staff in UK schools. We provide mental health support in schools through one-to-one and group counselling using tried and tested methods backed by research. In addition, we also offer expert training and professional qualifications.
Sleeping
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The Sleep Charity We understand how difficult life can be when your child has a sleep issue. Our aim is to support families to get a better night’s sleep by offering workshops, clinics and written materials. We use a behavioural approach to sleep and work in partnership with families, we know that you are the expert on your child.