Useful Documents
Parents and carers find some of these documents useful. You may request a paper copy of these documents by completing the Contact Form.
School
Information on the School Nursing Team is available here.
This form should be used to order new uniform.
Events and Info
Who is eligible?
Those that can access clubs free of charge are:
School aged children from reception to Year 11; who are in receipt of benefits related free school meals in Calderdale.
https://new.calderdale.gov.uk/communities/healthy-holidays-calderdale
Yorkshire Ability Triathlon
The Yorkshire Ability Triathlon is a fantastic Swim Bike Run event aimed at children and young people aged 6-17 with a physical and/or learning disability. The event caters for a range of abilities and complex needs and offers participants a chance to take part in 1, 2 or all 3 of the Swim Bike Run disciplines. I am pleased to share the video with you from last year’s event, alongside the booking link to this year’s event which is taking place on Sunday 19th May at Leeds Beckett University, organised by the Triathlon England Yorkshire & Humber Regional Committee and partners.
2023 Video: https://vimeo.com/836552747/1b08a52798
2024 Booking Link: Swim Bike Run Mini Yorkshire Ability Triathlon – British Triathlon
Help and support
Safety for Children
There are lots of way to feel calmer. Try our breathing exercises, activities and games or watch a video to help let go of stress.
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Young Minds https://youngminds.org.uk/
Emotional Health and Wellbeing
Resource library
This resource library has been created to store various mental health and emotional wellbeing resources for children, young people, families and professionals.
http://www.openmindscalderdale.org.uk/category/resource-library/- Kooth - Your online mental wellbeing community - https://www.kooth.com/
- Positive identities - Calderdale Identity Youth Group offers LGBTQ children and young people aged 12-18 a safe space to meet with peers and be part of a range of social activities. The group is facilitated on weekly basis in the centre of Halifax. - https://www.barnardos.org.uk/what-we-do/services/positive-identities-calderdale-identity-lgbtq-youth-group
- Branching out - If you're aged between 10 to 21 and live in Calderdale, we can support you to make informed choices about your drug, alcohol and tobacco use - https://humankindcharity.org.uk/service/calderdale-branching-out/
- Time out - Time Out is for all 10-19 year olds in Calderdale. With a focus on emotional well-being, we connect young people with activities, opportunities, learning and support. - http://www.timeoutcalderdale.co.uk/
- NHS - https://www.cht.nhs.uk/home/
- CAMHS - The Open Minds Partnership is the new name for Calderdale CAMHS (Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services). - https://calderdalecamhs.org.uk/
Locala School Nurses - “Identifying health needs, managing long and short term conditions in education settings for children and young people aged 5 to 19 years”. - https://www.locala.org.uk/your-healthcare/school-nursing/calderdale-school-nurses/
Relationships Advice
Many parents and carers feel unsure about how to talk to their child about sex, sexuality, and relationships. The NSPCC have advice to help you support your child and keep them safe.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/sex-relationships/
North Halifax Partnership Guides
Our latest what’s on guides for September are out now. Take a look at what’s going on across our Children’s Centres over September. This includes:
* Stay and play groups * Health services available within the Centres * Family Walks * Community events
* Family Support Advice Lines
The Lower Valley Children’s Centres guide can be accessed here: LV-Whats-on-Guide-September-2023.pdf (surestartchildrenscentresnhp.org.uk)
The North & East Halifax Children’s Centres guide can be accessed here: Whats-On-Guide-NE-September-2023.pdf (surestartchildrenscentresnhp.org.uk)
Our Children’s Centres also offer a free program of Family Learning activities and courses throughout the year. We offer ac- tivities to help improve the quality of family life, as well as accredited courses to learn new skills and support with employ- ment. Our Autumn Term course information and booking form can be accessed here: FLT Course selection form (typeform.com)
Sleep Difficulties
For children and young people, low-quality sleep can become a serious issue. It has been theorised that poor sleep can have a significant impact on children’s brain development, affecting them for the rest of their lives. A healthy – and consistent – sleeping pattern, therefore, is incredibly important for children and young people’s wellbeing. With the stresses and distractions that can present themselves to youngsters, it can be tricky to ensure they’re in the best mindset to wind down in the evenings for the rejuvenating rest that they need. The right approach, however, can give them a better chance of cultivating a healthy sleeping pattern. The following guide has some practical tips on helping them to achieve exactly that.
Supporting Children Returning To School
Returning to education guides for children and young people, parents and carers and professionals
The Returning to Education Guides below outline some common worries and anxieties that students, parents/carers and staff may face on returning to school/college, and suggest strategies and resources which could support them.
Please click here to see the:
Children and Young People’s Guide
Parents and carers of Primary School Students Guide
Parents and Carers of Secondary School Students Guide
Worry Cards on Returning to Education – created by young people for students returning to education. The purpose of these cards is to help decrease stress levels and any worries or queries that students might have, especially for those who haven’t been in an education setting since due to the most recent lockdown. These top worries have been selected as the most frequent worries that students said they will face on returning to education.
Transition
Moving to high school is a challenge for children and parents. The documents below will help you prepare and ensure a successful transition.
Preparing for Exams
The link below can help if you or your child are anxious about end of key stage tests, now or in the future.
Open Minds has a section on “Exam help & Support” for any children who want additional support http://www.openmindscalderdale.org.uk/exam-help-calderdale/
Internet safety guidance
A Parent's Guide To WhatsApp
Attendance
As you are aware, Elland CE School is committed to ensuring the best outcomes for all our children. To support us in doing this, it is vital that you ensure that your child is in school every day and on time. We understand that sometimes children are too ill to come to school, however, children who suffer with minor illnesses such as coughs and colds are still able to attend, and parents should encourage this.
Each missed day or session in school, results in missed learning and the impact of this is significant to your child’s education and progress.
Please use the form below to let us know of your child's absence.