At Woodrush High School, we are committed to working in partnership with families to ensure that every child is safe, supported and able to thrive. Our Family Help Offer explains how we identify needs at the earliest opportunity and work collaboratively with children, families and partner agencies to provide the right support at the right time. By building strong relationships and working together, we aim to promote positive outcomes and improve the wellbeing of children and young people.

Family Help is about providing support as soon as a need is identified, helping families access advice, guidance and services before difficulties escalate. This may include support with attendance, emotional wellbeing, behaviour, family relationships, health needs, financial pressures, housing concerns, or other challenges that may affect a child’s development, wellbeing or education. Family Help focuses on recognising strengths, building resilience and empowering families to find sustainable solutions.

Where appropriate, a Family Help assessment or plan may be used to gain a fuller understanding of a child’s and family's circumstances and to coordinate support effectively. This is a collaborative process involving the child, family, school staff and, where needed, professionals from local services. Woodrush High School works in line with the principles of Working Together to Safeguard Children, ensuring that support is child-centred, family-focused and coordinated across relevant agencies. Through this approach, families can access consistent and effective support that responds to their needs and helps children achieve their full potential.