Return to School information for parents and carers
Advice and support
Useful sources of advice and support for children, young people and families about Coronavirus and returning to school:
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Advice for children, young people and families from Hampshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
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General advice on supporting children who are worried about Covid-19 - and helpful links from the Universities of Reading and Oxford.
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The Children’s Commissioner have produced a colourful, downloadable guide to Coronavirus which aims to answer children’s questions about coronavirus, tell children how to stay safe and protect other people, with lots of ideas about how to make the best of their time at home.
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Think Ninja - an app for 10-18 year olds designed to educate about mental health and well-being, with specific Covid-19 updates.
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Coronavirus social story Children may find this social story provides a guide to Coronavirus and why their school is currently closed.
NHS guide for parents
When your child is ill or injured, it can be difficult to decide if/when to call your child's GP, NHS 111, or go to the Accident and Emergency Department. While the Government is asking everyone to stay at home, it can be confusing to know what to do. The below guide provides some information on what to do if your child is unwell.
Our latest letters regarding Coronavirus can be found here: