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Wellbeing & Family Support

We believe that children achieve their best when they feel happy, safe and supported. We are committed to working closely with children, parents and carers to promote positive wellbeing and remove any barriers that may affect learning, attendance or personal development.

Parents and carers are always welcome to get in touch for support, advice or simply to discuss any concerns they may have.

Our Family Support Worker

Hi, I'm Nina Patterson. As the Family Support Worker at Standens Barn Primary School, my role is to work alongside children, parents and families to help overcome any barriers that may impact a child's wellbeing, attendance or learning. I provide practical advice and support with a range of family needs, including emotional wellbeing, behaviour, routines, attendance and signposting to other services when needed. My aim is to build positive relationships with families, offering guidance and encouragement so that together we can ensure every child feels happy, safe and able to achieve their full potential. Parents are always welcome to contact me for support, advice or simply to talk through any concerns they may have.

 

How We Support Children's Wellbeing

Building Positive Relationships

We help children feel valued, listened to and supported by:

  • Developing trusting and caring relationships
  • Listening carefully to children's thoughts and feelings
  • Showing empathy and understanding
  • Celebrating strengths, successes and achievements

Creating a Safe and Inclusive Environment

We work hard to ensure every child feels safe and respected by:

  • Promoting emotional and physical safety
  • Encouraging kindness, respect and inclusion
  • Challenging bullying and discrimination
  • Helping children feel a strong sense of belonging

Supporting Emotional Development

Children are supported to understand and manage their emotions through:

  • Learning to recognise and express feelings
  • Developing coping strategies such as mindfulness, deep breathing and talking to trusted adults
  • Modelling positive emotional regulation
  • Recognising that all feelings are valid and important

Encouraging Healthy Lifestyles

Good wellbeing starts with healthy habits. We encourage:

  • Regular physical activity
  • Healthy eating choices
  • Positive sleep routines
  • Opportunities for outdoor learning and play

Developing Resilience

We help children build confidence and perseverance by:

  • Encouraging independent problem-solving
  • Promoting a growth mindset
  • Recognising effort as well as achievement
  • Supporting children through challenges and setbacks

Promoting Positive Mental Health

We create opportunities for open conversations about wellbeing by:

  • Normalising discussions about feelings and mental health
  • Teaching self-care and stress-management strategies
  • Monitoring changes in behaviour, mood or engagement
  • Seeking additional support early when concerns arise

Working in Partnership with Families

Strong partnerships between home and school are essential. We:

  • Maintain open communication with parents and carers
  • Share successes and concerns
  • Signpost families to specialist services when needed
  • Promote a consistent approach between home and school

Providing Early Intervention

Early support can make a significant difference. We:

  • Identify concerns as early as possible
  • Offer timely support and guidance
  • Refer families to specialist services when appropriate
  • Follow safeguarding and wellbeing procedures at all times

 

Support for Families

We understand that family circumstances can sometimes create challenges for children. Our Family Support Worker can offer advice, guidance and signposting around:

  • Emotional wellbeing
  • Behaviour and routines
  • School attendance
  • Parenting support
  • Family relationships
  • Accessing community services
  • Financial or practical difficulties

Where additional support is required, we can work with external agencies to ensure families receive the right help at the right time.

 

Family Hubs

Family Hubs provide support, advice and services for children, young people and families.

They offer support for:

  • Children and young people aged 0-19 (up to 25 for young people with SEND)
  • Parents and carers
  • Expectant parents

Services available include:

  • Parenting support
  • Child development advice
  • Emotional wellbeing support
  • Health services
  • Guidance on accessing local services

Local Family Hub Locations

  • Daventry
  • Kingsthorpe
  • Moulton
  • Towcester
  • Upton

 

Children and Family Support Service (CFSS)

The Children and Family Support Service provides early help for families experiencing difficulties and can offer support with:

  • Parenting challenges
  • Domestic abuse
  • Emotional wellbeing
  • School attendance and education
  • Financial concerns
  • Family difficulties
  • Support for young people affected by exploitation or violence

Contact Details

 

Mental Health Support

A range of specialist mental health services are available for children and young people experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.

Support may include:

  • Early intervention services
  • Emotional wellbeing programmes
  • Counselling and therapeutic support
  • Specialist mental health services where required

 

SEND Support

Families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can access a wide range of information, guidance and support through the Local Offer.

This includes:

  • Educational support
  • Health services
  • Activities and opportunities
  • Advice for parents and carers
  • Information for children and young people aged 0-25

 

Health Visiting & School Nursing Services

The NHS 0-19 Service provides support for children, young people and families through:

  • School Nurses
  • Health Visitors
  • Healthy lifestyles advice
  • Healthy weight programmes
  • Family health and wellbeing support

 

Useful Support Services

Families may find the following organisations helpful:

Family Support

  • Family Hubs
  • Children and Family Support Service (CFSS)

Mental Health & Wellbeing

  • NHS Mental Health Services
  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

SEND Support

  • West Northamptonshire SEND Local Offer

Health Support

  • School Nursing Service
  • NHS 0-19 Service

 

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