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Advice for parents and carers

Supporting young people's mental health

Worried about a child or young person - Tips, advice and where to get support for your child's mental health.
Keeping track of your child's wellbeing - Steps to help notice if your child is having difficulties.
Supporting your child with school anxiety and refusal - Information and advice to help you support your child and work with the school.

Talking to children about coronavirus

Supporting young people's mental health - Guidance to help look after the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people during the coronavirus pandemic.
ROBert explains the coronavirus to children - This video uses PLAYMOBIL to help explain in a way that children can understand.
Returning to school during COVID-19 - How parents can help their children navigate their feelings during school reopenings.

Education and learning

BBC Bitesize - Daily lessons for every year group.
Online education resources - Online educational resources to help children learn at home during the coronavirus outbreak.
Healthy weight - Advice for parents on healthy eating as well as healthy lunchbox recipes.

Supporting young people with SEND

The Local Offer
The Local Offer lets parents and young people know what special educational needs and disabilities services are available in Hertfordshire.
SENDIASS
Support for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disability and their parents on issues relating to SEND.

Need help right now?

National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
NSPCC helpline: 0808 800 5000
If you're worried about a child, even if you're unsure, contact NSPCC professional counsellors for help, advice and support.