Have you ever wondered how we learn to feel that we are hungry or thirsty? How does our brain know that we are tired or frustrated? 

Do we have 5 , 6, 7, 0r 8 senses?

Watch this 2mins video to find out!

 

Support for adopters
Due to early trauma and separation, adopted children have often developed certain coping mechanisms that mean they can find it difficult to form relationships, and display challenging behaviour.

You will learn various techniques during your preparation training on how to cope with this, but as you get to know your child you will become aware of the complexities of their issues.

It is important to recognise at this point that this is the norm and that there is support and a range of therapies available to help you and your child overcome these difficulties.

 

Your Regional Adoption Agency can advise you on the adoption support services that may be available to you.

Support services may include:

1. Advice and guidance
2. Stay and play groups
3. Adopter support groups
4. Links to other services
5. Individual support for adoptive families
6. Support with letterbox contact and direct contact if appropriate
7. A full assessment of your family’s needs
8. Support to access funding through the Adoption Support Fund

Find more information here :

https://adoptlondon.org.uk/adoption-support/

 

Dear Parents/Carers,

RE: Parent Gym is coming to Howard Primary from 17^th Nov 2023: 12 places available

We know from talking with parents that many of you wonder what you can do to give your children the best start in life (and make your life as a parent a bit easier too).

This is why we’re delighted to offer Parent Gym, a well-established, six-week programme that shares and explores practical tips and strategies to make family life easier and help your children thrive. We listened to your feedback and we are now able to offer it online so more parents/carers can take part and meet other parents/carers, hear their stories and pick up new ideas. Everyone is welcome and it is completely free.

 

The sessions are themed as follows and will be led by our Parent Gym Coach, Miss Ancel:

Week 1:  Fri 17^th Nov 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

CHAT: How to communicate. Get you and your child talking and listening in a positive way every day.

Week 2: Fri 24^th Nov 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

LOVE: How to show you care, in the right ways Boosting your child’s confidence, with a balance between closeness and independence.

Week 3: Fri 1st Dec 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

BEHAVE: How to be consistent in setting boundaries. Bring calm to your family with rules and routines that really work.

Week 4: Fri 8^th Dec 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

CARE: How to raise healthy children. Keep yourself and your family healthy and happy with good sleep, eating and exercise.

Week 5: Fri 15th Dec 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

DISCOVER:  How to encourage learning. Help develop healthy learning habits with your child, including managing screen time.

Week 6: Thu 21^st Dec 10:10-12:10, ONLINE

TOGETHER: How to build a family support network. Keep your family feeling happy, supported and loved.

 

If you know this is for you, to book a place on the Parent Gym course, please email Mrs Pollington at: senco@howard.croydon.sch.uk

 

Yours sincerely,

Mrs Pollington and Miss Ancel

Wellbeing Team

Howard Primary