Parenting is the most difficult job in the world! It doesn't come with an instruction manual and we all make lots of mistakes along the way. We have created this page so that we can drop in lots of links to websites to support you as parents. Do let us know if you feel there is something we could add here to support you.
Public Health England Guidance
Chapters 1 and 2: introduction and infections in childcare settings
Chapter 3: prevention and control
Chapter 4: what to do if you suspect an outbreak of infection
Managing specific infectious diseases
Health Protection for schools, nurseries and other childcare facilities - Exclusion table.
Mental Health
We all need support from time to time- adults and children alike. Here are some useful points of contact:
for 11-25 year olds Mental Helath and wellbeing support
https://app.ollee.org.uk/#/welcome
for 8-11 year olds (funded by children in need)
for adults and children with support with the LGBT community
Samaritans: call 116123 for anyone who needs to talk
Ithrive offer a range of support such as:
Bolton Toy Library : 01204 395079 for children aged 2 - 5 years
Child Action North west: 01254 244596 for children aged 5- 8 years
Action for children: 07725601515 for children aged 8 -11 years
https://www.bekindtomymind.co.uk/
Parenting
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/support-for-parents/
www.qwell.io For Carers
https://app.ollee.org.uk/#/welcome For 8-11 year olds (funded by children in need)
https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/ Early Years
https://dadmatters.org.uk/bolton/ For Fathers
Money Advice
Communication and Language
Communication and Language 10 seconds Top tips.
Communication and Language A or B Top Tips.
Communication and Language Actions speak louder than words Top Tips.
Communication and Language Eye to Eye Top Tips.
Communication and Language Model and Extend Top Tips.