Accessing further support for my child's mental health and wellbeing

If you have any concerns about your child, your GP may be your  first port of call as a useful place to gain medical support and signposting of local services.
Please do ensure that you communicate with  your child’s class teacher about your child's needs or your concerns.

If you have further concerns or may need specialist advice - make an appointment to share your concerns with our Headteacher, who can access the Emotional Health and Wellbeing service.  Phone the main school office and ask for an appointment 01763 260432 or email for an appointment office@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk
 
Other Support includes:
 
SENDIASS  who offer impartial information, advice and support to parents/carers of children and young people with special educational needs and/or a disability. Tel: 01223 699214.
 
Cambridgeshire Child & Family Centres offer the chance for families with children aged 0 to 5 to have fun, play, learn and grow together.

>  Health services and clinics
>  Baby weighing and development checks
>  Family support services
>  Activities, groups, events and courses
>  Early years education and childcare
>  Employment and training advice
>  Information hub for families
>  Parenting advice and support
>  Speech and language and additional needs support.

Tel: 01954 284 672  Email: childandfamilycentre.south@cambridgeshire.gov.uk


School Nurse - Contact the school office for our school nurse duty desk 0300 029 5050 Email: ccs.cambs.hcp.schoolnursingdutydesk@nhs.netClick here for more information about school nursing services.
 
YOUnited Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Service offers support to children and young people with mild to moderate mental health difficulties, such as anxiety and low mood, as well as those with significant emotional wellbeing difficulties arising from life events, such as bereavement and bullying. Referrals can be made to YOUnited by a GP or any professional working with children or young people.

Keep Your Head - reliable information on mental health and wellbeing for children, young people and adults across Cambridgeshire - www.keep-your-head.com

Supporting Your Child's Wellbeing: Where to Turn for Help

If you’re concerned about your child’s wellbeing, there are several steps you can take and services available to support you.


Start with Your GP

Your GP is a helpful first point of contact for medical support and guidance. They can provide advice and signpost you to appropriate local services.


Talk to Your Child’s Class Teacher

We encourage open communication—please speak with your child’s class teacher if you have any concerns or feel your child needs additional support. They know your child well and can work with you to understand their needs in school.


Need More Support?

If your concerns continue or you feel specialist advice is needed, please arrange a meeting with our Headteacher, who can make referrals to the Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service.
📞 Phone: 01763 260432
📧 Email: office@meldreth.cambs.sch.uk


Additional Support Services

SENDIASS

Provides impartial advice and support to parents/carers of children with special educational needs or disabilities.
📞 Tel: 01223 699214


Cambridgeshire Child & Family Centres

Supporting families with children aged 0 to 5. Services include:

  • Health services and clinics
  • Baby weighing and development checks
  • Family support services
  • Early years education and childcare
  • Parenting advice and speech & language support
  • Employment and training advice
  • Fun activities, courses, and events

📞 Tel: 01954 284 672
📧 Email: childandfamilycentre.south@cambridgeshire.gov.uk


School Nurse

Available for advice and support on a range of physical and emotional health concerns.
📞 Duty Desk: 0300 029 5050
📧 Email: ccs.cambs.hcp.schoolnursingdutydesk@nhs.net
🌐 Click here for more information


YOUnited Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Service

Supports children and young people facing:

  • Mild to moderate mental health challenges (e.g. anxiety, low mood)
  • Emotional difficulties related to life events (e.g. bereavement, bullying)

📌 Referrals can be made by a GP or any professional working with your child.


Keep Your Head

An online hub of trusted mental health and wellbeing resources for children, young people, and adults across Cambridgeshire.
🌐 Website: www.keep-your-head.com