Directory
Our services directory lists services which are provided within the local community. Some of the services are hosted by local schools, whereas others are provided by churches and other community groups.
You can browse our directory listing by category or organisation. You may also want to have a look at the core offers, as detailed and explained below.
Childcare
Childcare is more commonly linked to primary schools to provide access to high-quality childcare, 8am–6pm, five days a week, 48 weeks a year, in accordance with their communities’ needs, combined with a varied menu of activities (study support) to enhance achievement and broaden interests.
Extracurricular Activities
Varied menu of extra curricular activities is linked to children and young people which attend secondary schools [aged 11 +] to provide access to a varied menu of study support and enrichment activities which provide fun and stimulating activities for young people, as well as a safe place to be.
Parental Support
Schools provide access to Parenting support, including information sessions for parents of pupils joining reception and on transfer to secondary school; signposting to national and local sources of information, advice and support; access to parenting groups using structured, evidence-based parenting programs; and family learning sessions to allow children to learn with their parents, where consultation has shown there is a demand.
Community Access
Schools ensure they provide community access to appropriate facilities, such as ICT suites, sports and arts facilities, and also provide access to adult learning.
Specialist Support
Swift and easy access: working closely with other statutory services and the voluntary and community sector, schools ensure that children with additional needs are identified as early as possible, and are well supported through integrated working with other services.