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End of Year Letter

Dear parents/carers,

As we approach the summer break, I’d like to take a moment to wish you and your family a happy, restful, and safe summer.

I also want to ensure you’re aware of the support services available to you and your children during this time. Below is a list of key contact numbers and resources across various areas, should you need them over the holidays:

Children’s Social Care

• Knowsley: 0151 443 2600

Domestic Abuse Support (Knowsley)

Available 24/7: 0151 443 2610

[email protected]

Mental Health Support – CAMHS Crisis Lines

• Knowsley: 0151 489 6137

Housing Support Knowsley: 0151 443 2333

Childline
Support for children and young people: 0800 1111 | Visit Childline

NSPCC Helpline
Call: 0808 800 5000 | Email: [email protected]

Kooth
Online mental health support for young people: Visit Kooth

Samaritans
Support for adults and children: 08457 90 90 90 | Visit Samaritans

SENDIAS
Advice and support related to special educational needs:
Call: 0333 323 7768

Food Support – West Lancashire

• Ormskirk Foodbank: New Church House, Church Street, Ormskirk, L39 3RD
  Trussell Trust – Ormskirk
• Skelmersdale Foodbank: The Ecumenical Centre, Northway, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LU
  Trussell Trust – Skelmersdale
• West Lancashire Borough Council:
  Foodbanks Help – West Lancashire

Foodbank Kirkby – Knowsley

Centre 63 Social Supermarket: Old Hall Lane , Kirkby 0151 549 1494 Mon-Thurs 10.00-2.00pm

Community Shops and Cafés

• Tanhouse Community Centre (WN8 6AN):
  Tuesdays: Free tea, coffee, and shop (10am–12pm)
  Wednesdays: Free shop and café (10am–1pm)
• Ecumenical Centre (WN8 6LU):
  Thursdays: Free shop and café (10am–1pm)
  Fridays: Free shop (10am–12pm)
  For more information: 01695 713248

I hope you find this information helpful, and I encourage you to reach out to these services if you or your family need any support during the break.

If a child is at risk of immediate significant harm, please call 999.

Wishing you all a safe, happy, and enjoyable summer.

Kindest regards,

Mrs Davidson

Mrs Sharon Davidson

Deputy Headteacher & DSL

Knowsley Parenting Support Spring 2025

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