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Parent / Carer Support
In this section of our website, we have provided some useful support/ guidance for parents below
Workshops
We offer a range of workshops on specific topics related to understanding and addressing the emotional, social, and educational needs of children and adolescents.
If you couldn't make it, or would like to refresh your memory, please find all handouts from previous Parent Workshops below.
Upcoming workshops
Coming soon
Handouts
Occupational Therapy - 27th March 2024 Reading at Home - 18th April 2023 The Zones of Regulation Training - 6th December 2022 Managing Anxiety in Young People - 11th October 2022
Parent and Carers Coffee Mornings
There will be regular coffee mornings for parents and carers. We hope to build a community of parents who can support and learn from one another. Staff members will also be there to offer any help needed.
Dates will be communicated via email and the Parent Bulletin.
Intervention
From time to time, children may need targeted, specific intervention with a specialist to help them overcome a barrier to learning and access the wider curriculum more effectively.
If your child is recommended for any intervention, you will be asked for signed consent. We are always happy to discuss any interventions, why we have selected the child and how it will benefit them.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need support.
claire.cave@thepark.surrey.sch.uk (Inclusion Manager) or sara.palthe@thepark.surrey.sch.uk (SEND Administrator)
If you need urgent support regarding your child’s wellbeing or mental health
If their life is in immediate danger, call 999.
Surrey Mental Health Service offer a Mental Health Helpline. They operate 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year 0800 915 4644
If you cannot get an appointment with your GP and it is an emergency, take your child to A&E.
Webinars
Understanding the Teenage Brain Understanding and responding to Self-Harm Anxiety: helping your child to help themselves Spot and support eating disorders Promoting Positive Sleep Helping you to address EBSNA (Emotional Based School Non-Attendance)
Where to Find Support
Cost of Living Support
Find out below what support is available to help you and your family get through the cost-of-living crisis.
Directory of support in Surrey:
Surrey - Health and welfare support
Contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau or Family Hub:
You don’t have to be a UK citizen to get support from your local CAB, you just need to be a resident of the local area. The CAB can help you with:
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Getting benefits or organising other financial support
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Accessing support for essential costs (food, bills, rent)
Check you’ve received all the government’s cost-of-living payments:
The government’s cost of living payment is available for those receiving certain benefits or tax credits. You don’t need to apply for these – if you’re eligible the money should go straight into your account.
Cost of Living Payment 2022 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Be aware of scams! If you receive any emails, texts or phone calls asking you to fill in an application form or asking for your bank details to receive a cost of living payment, do not talk to them or send a reply. Get more information on cost of living scams on the Money Saving Expert’s website.
Find out what help you can get with your energy bills:
Take a look at these resources from the British Gas Energy Trust and the Money Saving Expert for energy:
Bounce Back Checklist - British Gas Energy Trust
School Uniform
The Park School encourages families to donate uniform back to the school so that we can support other families who may be struggling with uniform costs.
Free hygiene products
The Park School offers free period products to students, these can be requested from the main office.
Find a warm hub to beat the chill
Some community spaces open their doors to provide a safe and warm space for a few hours. Many also offer hot drinks and Wi-Fi.
Find a warm hub here:
List of Warm Welcome Venues in Surrey
Further information:
Contact StepChange for debt advice:
Contact Shelter if you’re having issues related to housing:
https://england.shelter.org.uk/
Contact the Salvation Army for emergency assistance:
https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/
See if you’re eligible for grants from Turn2us:
Single parents can get support from Gingerbread:
Useful Links
Surrey Local Offer (SEND) Managing Challenging Behaviour (NHS) Managing Challenging Behaviour (Family Action) Relate - get help with arguing & conflict Harmless - the centre of excellence for self-harm and suicide prevention Royal College of Psychiatrists leaflets CRUSE Bereavement Support Case officer Roles and Responsibilities Sleep Advice Healthier Families (NHS) NHS Food Scanner app - Healthier Families - (NHS) Support for Single Parents Family Support Charity Legal Support Mind Mental Health CharityRethink Mental Health CharityYoung Minds Mental Health Charity to support young people
