Free School Meals Information

21st April 2020Miss S Padden

Every child entitled to a voucher should now have received emails with codes to redeem your vouchers, they will then email the voucher back to you. However, as the whole country is trying to order the vouchers for their children the website is struggling to cope with demand. Unfortunately, once processed there is very little school can do and you need to redeem your codes when they are issued and then wait for your voucher to arrive. We are aware that at times the website can say the wait time maybe up to an hour but if you persevere you will get through. Quieter times are in the evening or during the weekend.

Please use this link to take you to the frequently asked questions from parents and carers, if you still need assistance after this there is contact details included in the link or email freeschoolmealsparentscarers@edenred.com

https://www.edenred.co.uk/Documents/DfE/DfE_FreeSchoolMeals_ParentCarerFAQs.pdf

Kind regards

The School Office

Support for families who have a child with communications difficulties

2nd April 2020Miss S Padden

Support for families who have a child with Communication difficulties.

 

The Children Speech and Language Therapy Service is running a phone service only.  Face to face appointments will only be given if it is urgent.

You can contact the therapy service on 0191 2832484, please note the phone lines may be very busy at certain times during the day, please be patient and try again at another time.  You will be asked to leave a message including your child’s name, date of birth and a contact number and someone will contact you as soon as possible.   

All new referrals are still being accepted. 

Reliable support for Children with Communication Needs can be found at Talking Point at www.talkingpoint.org.uk

 

If your child has a feeding problem you can contact the above number or the Dietician on 0191 4041000.  Again please be patient as they are extremely busy.

 

Take care and stay safe

Jackie Webb

HLTA Communication/Regional Makaton Tutor

Useful Information for Parents

30th March 2020Miss S Padden
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
ROSSCARE(Wheelchair repairs) tel –  4155151……Rosscare are only available for EMERGENCIES ONLY as they are running on a skeleton staff
WHEELCHAIR SERVICES – tel – 4041097….Only available for EMERGENCIES ONLY …Things are changing on a daily basis with this service so please ring first do not turn up at the hospital
 PALMERS HOSPITAL CHILDREN’S PHYSO DEPT  – Tel  4028000 …They are still running a very limited service but they are available for emergencies.
ORTHOTICS –  Emergencies only please get in touch with PALMERS if you have any problems with your childs Afo’s – boots – gaiters – helmet etc
 
Useful Physio tips while your child is at home
Please continue to use your child’s AFO’s /Gaiters on a daily basis
Regular positional changes throughout the day eg Standing frame Positional chair sleep system corner seat etc
Limit free time on floor or sofa
The sleep system can also be used as a positional piece of equipment during the day.

Links for keeping busy at home

30th March 2020Miss S Padden

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 The Story Massage Programme offers a fun and interactive way of combining the creativity of story with the benefits of positive touch. Everyone can join in, whatever age or ability. It is suitable for children and adults.

 

https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

For as long as schools are closed, we’re open. Starting today, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids.

All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet.

 

https://www.thebodycoach.com/blog/pe-with-joe-1254.html

Starting Monday 23rd March I’m going to be hosting a free workout aimed at kids LIVE on my YouTube channel.
With the schools closed and with us all spending more time at home, it’s more important than ever that we keep moving and stay healthy and positive.

Exercise is an amazing tool to help us feel happier, more energised, and more optimistic. 

 

https://www.forestryengland.uk/blog/10-ways-keep-the-kids-entertained-through-covid-19

Forestry England provide resources and outdoor activities to keep children busy.