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    SUPPORT IS OUT THERE if you need it...

    24 October 2025 (by admin)

    Every little helps. School works very hard behind the school scenes supporting families. Every household is different, family dynamics are different, and some families need extra support.

    If you are struggling a little and need that bit of extra support...REMEMBER that SUPPORT & ADVICE is available.

    Check out the information below. Many people worry about a holiday period/holiday break because it can bring different pressures.

    FOOD SUPPORT
    Sparkhill Food Bank - 0121 708 1398 https://sparkhill.foodbank.org.uk
    Highfield Hall Food Bank - 07470 153525 or email info@highfieldhall.org.uk
    Birmingham Christmas Shelter - 07864991951
    DOMESTIC ABUSE SUPPORT
    Birmingham and Solihull Women's Aid 0808 800 0028 www.bswaid.org
    Men's Advice Line - 0808 801 0327
    MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
    Birmingham MIND - 0121 262 3555
    Forward Thinking Birmingham - 0300 300 0099
    Kooth - for 11-25 years of age - https://www.kooth.com/
    Pause - for 0 to 25 years of age - 02078414470 (in crisis, phone 0300 300 0099)
    Samaritans - phone 116 123 - email: jo@samaritans.org visit: www.samaritans.org
    SUPPORT IS OUT THERE and AVAILABLE during this holiday break.
    Simply CONTACT them, pick up the phone and GET HELP if you need it.