Early Help

Early help is an approach which aims to provide support to children, young people and families as soon as a problem or challenge emerges. The goal is to prevent issues from escalating and to support children to reach their full potential. When children and families need this extra support, they often need it quickly. At Rushall we offer and range of early help support for you and your child.

Early Help can involve 1:1 or group support for pupils. This can include;

· Promoting self-esteem and confidence

· Promoting positive behaviour and attitudes to learning

· Support with developing positive relationships

· Support with bereavement, family breakdown or other trauma

· Promoting attendance

· Support with emotional regulation

Early help support for families and parents can include support from the Class teacher, Head Teacher, Mental Health Lead (SMHL) or Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO), to understand the child’s and families needs, put in interventions and where appropriate, make referrals to outside services.

At Rushall some of the services we can offer are;

· Support from the SENDCo or SMHL

· ELSA support

· Breakfast and After School club

· Bus transport

· Reception Induction

· Learning interventions including phonics, reading and times table support

· Referrals to outside agencies including Speech and Language, School Nurse

Working together with parents is the most important part of ensuring that early help is successful. If you feel you would benefit from some Early Help or would like to discuss any concern or issues you may have please contact us. See below for who to contact and how to contact them.