Health and Wellbeing
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Beat the Heat Staying Safe in Hot Weather | [pdf 719KB] |
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Water Safety Awareness
Sadly, there have been 6 open water related drownings of children/young people across the UK over the late May Bank Holiday Weekend 2026.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue launched it’s 2026 Water Safety Campaign on 21/05/26 and provided a social media resource kit to help warn of the dangers of open water and how to mitigate against cold water shock.
You can access the campaign and supporting materials below:
Water Safety Campaign - Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service
Social media resources pack:
water-safety-partners-pack-2026-v1.docx
Downloadable posters:
Dying for a Dip? - Leaflet 2024
Dying for a dip - Accessible Poster
Safety Video:
Float To Live – What To Do In An Emergency – RNLI
Further advise for young people:
Water safety for teenagers and young people | Canal & River Trust
Solihull Approach - Moving Up
www.inourplace.co.uk/moving-up is an NHS parent portal for:
- easy-to-follow video resources for parents to help support emotional wellbeing during school transitions: with insights from Headteacher of Balsall Common Primary School and NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist (as well as children sharing their thoughts!)
- online learning and resources with tailored material for supporting children with additional needs and considerations
- signposts for practical support and ideas to ensure smooth transitions, including information on mobile phone use and technology
- extensive additional e-learning content for parents on childhood development and emotional health from 0-19+
This May Help...
This is a new national initiative providing mental health advice to parents and carers who have concerns about their child’s mental health.
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This May Help... |
Health
Please find below documents linked to health information.
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Headlice 2023 | [pdf 175KB] |
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Chat Health | [pdf 132KB] |
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Common Childhood Illnesses Advice for Parents Dec 2022 V4 | [pdf 78KB] |
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Group Strep A advice for parents and caregivers 2022 | [pdf 88KB] |
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Top tips for teeth poster | [pdf 1MB] |
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The Big Brush Quiz | [pdf 701KB] |
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NSPCC Building Connections
The New NSPCC Befriending service, Building Connections is here to help children and young people from the age of 9 up to the ages of 19 when they’re struggling with loneliness.
Would a child/young person benefit from what they offer?
- 11 free online 1 to 1 text based sessions to young people who are experiencing o struggling with the impact of loneliness/lack of connections
- Early interventions, supported by one befriender, to young people who may be experiencing these feeling, which sometimes leads to other mental health needs like anxiety, low self-esteem, or depressions
- A service that supports resilience and confidence building in young people who are not confident in accessing mental health services
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SilverCloud
SilverCloud is an online platform offering a range of digital mental health and wellbeing programs specifically designed to support parents and carers in managing their children’s mental health. Here are some key programs:
- Supporting an Anxious Child: This program provides parents with tools and activities based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help their children manage anxiety. It includes psychoeducation, practical advice, and exercises to support children in a safe and confidential space.
- Supporting an Anxious Teen: Similar to the program for younger children, this one is tailored for parents of teenagers. It offers strategies and resources to help teens cope with anxiety, focusing on understanding and alleviating symptoms.
- Living Well With ADHD: This program is designed for parents of young people aged 15 and above who have been diagnosed with ADHD or are awaiting assessment. It provides structured support over eight sessions, drawing on CBT to help manage ADHD symptoms and improve mental health.
These programs are accessible online, allowing parents to engage with the materials at their convenience. They are developed in collaboration with clinical experts and are based on evidence-based practices to ensure effectiveness.
Please use the learn more link for more information.
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SilverCloud Supporting Anxious Children Courses
Please select the document below.
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SilverCloud Supporting an Anxious Child - A Guide for Parents and Carers Parenting Courses | [pdf 807KB] |
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