Early Help and Support
At Ryecroft, we believe that getting the right help at the right time can make a significant difference to children and families.
Sometimes families may need a little extra support with attendance, emotional wellbeing, friendships, behaviour, family circumstances, finances, housing, parenting or mental health. Early Help aims to provide support before difficulties become bigger concerns. Staffordshire's Early Help services are designed to help children and families access advice, guidance and practical support as soon as it is needed, you can find out more HERE.
How We Can Help
At school we can support families by:
*Listening and offering advice
*Supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health
*Helping with attendance and engagement in school
*Working with families and external agencies
*Signposting to specialist services where appropriate
*Coordinating support through Early Help where needed
We believe that the best outcomes for children are achieved when schools, families and support services work together.
Staffordshire Support Services
If you would like further advice or support, the following services may be helpful:
Staffordshire Family HubsFamily Hubs provide advice, support, activities and services for families across Staffordshire, including parenting support, wellbeing services, SEND support, financial advice and family support.
STAFFORDSHRE FAMILY HUBS
Information about Early Help services available to children, young people and families across Staffordshire.
STAFFORDSHIRE EARLY HELP
A directory of local services, support groups, activities and advice for children, young people and families.
STAFFORDSHIRE CONNECTS
The main point of contact for advice, support and referrals for children and families in Staffordshire. Telephone: 0300 111 8033 (office hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm)
STAFFORDSHIRE FAMILIES INTEGRATED FRONT DOOR SERVICE
Additional National Support
Childline is a free, confidential service for children and young people, offering support with any worry or concern, including bullying, mental health, family difficulties, abuse or staying safe online. Children can contact Childline at any time by phone or online to get advice, support and someone to listen.Call: 0800 1111
Or click: ChildLine
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CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) is part of the National Crime Agency and helps keep children safe from online abuse, exploitation and inappropriate contact. Parents and carers can access advice and support through CEOP, and concerns about online grooming or abuse can be reported directly through their online Safety Centre.
Click: CEOP
Immediate Safeguarding Concerns
If you believe a child is in immediate danger or has suffered significant harm, contact the Police on 999 immediately.
Following this, please contact Staffordshire Families Integrated Front Door (IFD) as soon as possible:
- Telephone: 0300 111 8033 (Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, and Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm)
- Out of Hours Emergency Duty Service: 0345 604 2886
If you are unsure whether a concern should be reported, please seek advice from the school safeguarding team. It is always better to share a concern if you are worried about a child's safety or wellbeing.
Our Commitment
At Ryecroft we are committed to walking alongside our children and families during both the good times and the challenges. We believe that no family should ever feel they have to face difficulties alone.
If you would like advice or support, please contact our safeguarding team or speak to a member of staff. We are always here to help.
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