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    HALF-TERM BREAK is on the HORIZON - SUPPORT IS OUT THERE (if needed)

    17 October 2025 (by admin)

    Behind the school scenes, so much goes on trying to MAKE A DIFFERENCE to our wonderful families, parents, and children. Many are looking forward to the holiday break ahead, but it can also be a time of worry.

    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.