Family Help Offer

Family Help Offer at Weydon School

At Weydon, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development, and success of every student. We understand that children and families may face challenges at different times, and we believe that providing early support can make a significant difference. Our Family Help Offer outlines the support available within school and the external services we work with to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

What is Family Help

Family Help is about identifying and responding to emerging needs as soon as possible to prevent issues from escalating. It involves working in partnership with families and other professionals to provide the right support at the right time.

Support Available Within School

We offer a range of in-school support services, including:

  • Pastoral Support Team based in Student Services – Available for emotional, social, and behavioural support.
  • Home Visits – this can be arranged in line with our attendance and safeguarding polices to offer wellbeing checks and support to attend school.
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL & DDSL) – Oversees safeguarding concerns and coordinates support for students and families.
  • School ELSA – Offers one-to-one  and group sessions for students experiencing emotional difficulties.
  • SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) – Supports students with additional learning needs.
  • Attendance Officer – Works with families to improve school attendance.
  • Form Tutors and Progress and Achievement Leads – Provide daily support and monitor student wellbeing and progress.
  • Signposting to External Support - Where additional help is needed, we can refer or signpost families to a range of trusted external agencies, including:

Agency/Service

Support Offered

CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)

Assessment and treatment for mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. (Waiting list TBD)

Early Help Hub / Local Authority Family Support Services

Coordinated support for families facing multiple challenges, including parenting, housing, and financial difficulties.

School Nursing Team

Health advice and support, including emotional wellbeing, sexual health, and immunisations.

Young Carers Services

Support for students who care for a family member with illness, disability, or addiction.

Youth Justice Services 

Engagement in positive activities and mentoring for young people who may be involved in low level behaviour within the community or at risk of.

Children’s Social Care

Safeguarding and protection for children at risk of harm.

Local Charities (e.g., MIND, NSPCC, YPI Counselling

Practical and emotional support for children and families.

Educational Psychology Service

Assessment and advice for students with learning or behavioural needs.

Substance Misuse Services (e.g., Catch22 )

Support for young people affected by drugs, alcohol, or living with parents or carers also affected.

Foodbank

Families can be referred for Foodbank vouchers in school to be used in the local food bank

MHST

The NHS based Mental Health Support Team is a new initiative in school and any child can be referred as a first point of support if they have not already had CAMHS involvement

Eikon

1-1 student mentoring for students who face  emotional wellbeing or mental health challenges

Surrey Care Trust

Wellbeing Mentors provide emotional and wellbeing support for students struggling with issues such as anxiety or depression.

How to Access Support

If you feel you would benefit from some family help support, please e-mail the safeguarding team dsl@weydonschool.surrey.sch.uk who will be happy to signpost and discuss any possible referrals with you.

“It’s okay to ask for help.”

We believe that early support can make a lasting difference. Whether it’s a small worry or a bigger concern, we’re here to help your child succeed: academically, socially, and emotionally.