These pages provide information and support for our parents and carers. For now there are some links to other sources of support but we aim to provide all sorts of information that parents may find of interest. What would you find helpful?
The Family Information Service (FIS) (formerly the Children's Information Service) is a free, impartial service giving detailed information and advice on childcare as well as general information on a wide range of services for children and young people aged 0-19 years and their families in the city. They can be contacted by phone on: (01273) 293545
Mrs Wickham in the School Office is our designated link person at St Nicolas should you need any more details about the Family Information Service.
St Nicolas Family Information Service Information Letter
Information and support for parents on how to help with your child's learning.
Parent Know How Leaflet
Parent Know How is a suite of eighteen services from the DCSF, delivered by leading third and private-sector organisations. Experts in the field such as Parentline Plus, Relate, Contact a Family and the Advisory Centre for Education (ACE) work to deliver support through helplines, social networking sites and instant messaging.
The Parent Know How team has produced this leaflet to help signpost parents to these services. It has been designed for people working with parents, rather than to be given to parents themselves.
Visit the website.
South Portslade Children's Centre - The Rise
North Portslade Children's Centre - South Portslade Library
Kids In The Middle - Divorce
When parents break up there can be significant negative impacts for children.
This guide contains small, simple steps to help separating parents provide their children with support through this difficult time. It includes an extensive list of links for further support for parents and for young people affected by separation, and other useful documents.
Download or order a free copy here.