Parent Support Information
Birmingham Longbridge Project.
Longbridge Methodist Church have joined up with Food Cycle to offer families in the area free meals every Monday at 7:30 pm.
They are inviting families to come and enjoy good company and conversation with others from the local area over a delicious meal that has been prepared with care by FoodCycle volunteers. Please visit their website for more information or to find your local project.
https://www.foodcycle.org.uk/location/birmingham-longbridge/
Welcome to Bring it on Brum! 2024
Dear Parent / Guardian
2024 dates announced for FREE holiday clubs in Birmingham!
As the spring holiday approaches, we want to highlight the FREE, engaging and fun-filled holiday clubs available across the city throughout 2024. Designed to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your child during the holidays, Bring it on Brum! holiday clubs guarantee your child an unforgettable experience packed with exciting activities and opportunities for learning and socializing.
Activities include sports and games, arts and crafts, cookery, dance and music. All clubs provide a nutritious and delicious meal too! Programmes vary depending on location.
Holiday Club Dates 2024* Spring - Monday 25th March- Friday 5th April 2024. Summer - Wednesday 24th July- Tuesday 3rd September 2024 Winter - Monday 23rd December- Friday 3rd January 2025
Please Note, *Excludes weekends and Bank Holidays.
Eligibility Criteria
If your child is aged between 4-16 and is eligible for benefits-related free school meals, then they are entitled to access Bring it on Brum! holiday clubs for FREE.
Booking Information
You will need your Bring it on Brum! code to book your holiday activities through the Bring it on Brum! website or directly with the holiday club of your choice.
Your Bring it on Brum! (HAF/FSM) code is: 3302160
Holiday clubs can be booked via the Bring it on Brum! website at www.bringitonbrum.co.uk
Bookings for spring holiday clubs will open from Monday 4th March 2024.
Last year, we had a significant number of young people booked onto holiday clubs and not attend. This takes spaces away from other children who would like to attend. If you book an activity for your child/ren and they can no longer attend, please contact the provider to cancel the spaces so these can be made available for other children.
Activity Packs
If you are not able to access face-to-face holiday clubs, at home activity packs are also available. You will need your Bring it on Brum! code to request a free activity pack. Packs are available one per eligible child and are available for primary or secondary age.
Families can register for a free spring activity pack from Wednesday 28th February. More information on the activity packs and how to register can be found at: www.bringitonbrum.co.uk/activity-packs-and-food-boxes
We hope you make the most of this fantastic opportunity!
Warm regards
Rednal Hill Junior School
Helpful numbers and services for parents and carers
Bereavement support for children, young people and families
The NHS in Birmingham is offering confidential bereavement support to help children, young people and families who may be grieving the death of a friend or loved one. At the moment, many people are cut off from their usual support networks; so if you know of a child or someone who needs support, please encourage them to get the help they need. Local bereavement experts are available to offer support due to all types of loss and to people of all ages
Simply call 0121 687 8010 for instant support. The telephone opening hours are
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Tuesday, Thursday: 9.00am - 8.00pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 12.00pm - 5.00pm
Assistance can also be accessed via email at: support@crusebirmingham.co.uk
Anxiety
How can I help my child manage their worries and anxiety?
As we enter our fifth week of the lockdown period and home learning we want to acknowledge the amazing efforts of parents and carers in supporting their children through what has been, and continues to be a difficult period. We recognise the additional stresses that lockdown has presented for children and their families, and understand that in times where we feel everything is so different and may feel out of our control, this can contribute to feeling anxious.
Anxiety can be a feeling of unease or continuing worry. It can present in our bodies as: a racing heart-beat; shortness of breath; feeling hot and sweaty; sometimes feeling light headed or dizzy. Children may describe having a ‘funny feeling in their tummy’ or other physical symptoms such as headaches, muscle aches, loss of appetite and change in sleeping habits.
To help explain anxiety and offer suggestions on how parents/carers can support their children in managing their worries and anxiety, we have provided a link to a short video featuring Mrs Fowke, one of our Learning Mentors, that may be useful in helping you recognise the signs of anxiety and what you can do to help reduce anxiety for your children.
Maintaining good well-being whilst in lockdown
A Guide for students
Support for Parents on - Self-Care, Anxiety and Sleep from Birmingham Education Partnership
Self Care for Parents
Managing Anxiety
Sleep and the Links to Wellbeing
- Urgent mental health help line: ring 0121 262 3555 for advice and support. This line is available 24 hours, 7 days a week and can be used whether you are known to the service or not.
- Foodbanks: https://www.findfoodbanksbrum.org.uk/project_category/food-banks/
- Domestic Violence: Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid www.bswaid.org
Helpline: 0808 800 0028. Open 7 days a week 9.15am – 5.15pm (closed bank holidays)
- Finally, a reminder that there is a lot of other early help in the city for all young people and families. Click here for see a whole range of offers: Birmingham Children’s Partnership - Resources | Birmingham Children’s Partnership - Resources | Birmingham City Council