External Family Support
Please find links below to some extra support agencies, societies and charities which can offer you and your child additional support.
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A comprehensive online hub detailing all available services, activities, and educational support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within Stoke-on-Trent. |
The official directory for Staffordshire families, outlining local education, health, and social care support for children and young people with SEND.
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A local initiative providing resources, screening tools, and targeted support to help early years children (ages 0–5) develop strong speech, language, and communication skills. |
An online NHS portal (run by North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare) that provides mental health self-help resources, guidance, and direct pathways to children's mental health services (CAMHS). |
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Offers free, inclusive activity sessions, day trips, and short breaks for children with SEND under 18, giving them a chance to socialise while giving parents a break. |
An independent service providing free, confidential, and impartial information, advice, and support to parents regarding special educational needs and education law. |
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One-stop community centers offering practical support, parenting advice, health visitor clinics, and early years activities for families with children of all ages. |
MindEd is a free learning resource about the mental health of children, young people and older adults. |
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Offers specialist guidance, legal advice, and community forums for autistic individuals and their families. |
Provides information, peer support groups, and resources to help families understand, manage, and navigate life with an ADHD diagnosis. |
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A national charity offering advice, assessment information, and resources to support children with dyslexia and specific learning difficulties. |
A community-led organisation specialising in mental health and well-being support for parents during the perinatal (pregnancy and post-birth) period. |
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(Formerly Change4Life) Packed with healthy recipes, fun physical activity ideas, and practical tips to keep the whole family active and eating well. |
Best Start in Life - Preparing for School A local programme providing guidance on nutrition, sleep, and early development to ensure children are healthy and ready to thrive when they start school. |
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The UK’s leading charity for children and young people's mental health, featuring a dedicated parent helpline for advice on supporting a child's emotional well-being. |
Provides emergency food parcels and practical support to local families facing short-term financial crisis. |
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A leading child protection charity offering parenting advice on safety, behavioural challenges, and how to keep children safe online and at home. |
A free, confidential 24/7 counseling service that children can contact directly by phone or online to talk about any worry, big or small. |
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A local charity providing tailored family support, parenting courses, and volunteer befriending to build family resilience and reduce isolation. |
