Please find below information that we have been asked to pass on to our school community.  Please keep scrolling to ensure you catch all the news!

Care for the Family training at Renewal Church, Lode Lane
Left to their own devices

Date - Thursday 4th June - 
Time  - 7.30 - 10pm
Venue - Renewal Church Main auditorium

This event has been designed specifically with parents of 8 – 14-year-olds in mind. But even if you're not there yet, tech is now an unavoidable part of our children's lives. We believe this event will help you be on the front foot and prepare for when those days come.

The event costs £11 for an individual, but if a number of you come together that reduces to £8 each. 

This is session is a great insight into the world that our children are facing. It also seems that this world is being accessed earlier and earlier by our children.

Sign up via the link below. 
https://www.careforthefamily.org.uk/events/tourevents/left-to-their-own-devices/

606 Dental Practice currently has NHS availability and is accepting new patients.

Alongside NHS treatment we also offer lots of private treatment options if you wish to upgrade.

In order to register as a new patient please call the practice on 

0121 705 5925 

and speak to one of our friendly reception team.

Please note that we take an initial payment upon booking of £27.40* which covers the first appointment.

Children's Commissioner for England - Guide for Parents/Carers

'What I wish my parents or carers knew…': A guide for parents and carers on managing children’s digital lives | Children's Commissioner for England

Online parenting support 

Togetherness is an online learning environment developed by psychologists and health practitioners providing accessible learning about emotional health and wellbeing, proven to positively impact mental health, behaviour and relationships. 

These courses are developed by NHS experts and parents using the evidence-based Solihull Approach, which promotes emotional health and positive relationships.

Families can access the free online courses here Solihull | Togetherness - Togetherness using the code APPLEJACKS. 

Courses available include:

• parenting courses from pregnancy through to teenage years
• teen courses on understanding your brain and emotions
• adult courses on relationships and trauma
• professional courses on attachment and trauma

Family Information Services - website link

Children and families | Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Solihull Family Information Service - providing information to families with children 0-19 years and 0-25 years with additional needs

FIS has an online Family Services Directory -

https://edportals.solihull.gov.uk/Synergy/Live/SynergyWeb/Solihull_Childcare/ 

that lists all local childcare, activities and support services. The FIS can also provide information and advice directly over the phone or via email.

If you would like to receive regular information on activities and events in Solihull you can sign up to their parents’ network by completing this form SMBC Web Form

Birmingham Children's Hospital - Water Safety Video 

Water And Drowning Safety Advice | Birmingham Children's Hospital [youtube.com]

Child Accident Prevention Trust - a link to safe use of washing pods and capsules 

https://capt.org.uk/washing-pods-and-capsules/

Internet Matters - a parents' guide to children watching and browsing online 

https://www.internetmatters.org/advice/by-activity/watching-and-browsing-online-a-parents-guide/

Did you know Solihull now has a new Family Help Line?

The Family Helpline has launched today to support families and the people around them. You can now call 0121 788 4327 for advice, information, strategies & support on things like:

• Parenting support
• Family conflict particularly because of difficulties managing children’s behaviours
• Parents/carers needing support if they are struggling to get their child/ren into school and getting in trouble because of this
• Parents/carers struggling to manage their child’s health, developmental or social needs (including mental health)

The team can offer:

• Signposting to services and what’s on offer at the Family Hubs
• Referral to a Family Support Worker
• Advice and Support on the wider Early Help offer & how this works