At Highwood we understand that problems beyond the classroom affect a child’s ability to be in school and ready to learn. Working with the family around a child is the most effective way to make tangible, sustainable, positive change. It is so important that our school community supports each other and Lucy Morris plays an important role in doing this. 

Hello, my name is Lucy.  My role in school is to provide support, advice and information to the families within our school community.  I can help you with any worries that you may have in relation to your child's education, behaviour and wellbeing.  I am also here as someone to talk to if you need it.

I can meet with you in school at a time to suit yourself.  Or we could chat on the phone or have an online meeting. Advice and support is confidential although concerns relating to the safeguarding of children will always be dealt with in accordance with the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.  I may not have all the answers, but hopefully I can help you to work out how to find them!

Working with and supporting families and children in different ways…

• I can listen and appreciate parents/carers issues and offer suggestions and advice for individuals and families about (but not limited to):
  • Behaviour support
  • Boundary setting and routines
  • Good school attendance and punctuality
  • Self-esteem and confidence
  • Online safety
  • School transition
  • Adult education
  • Toilet training
  • Healthy eating / selective eating
  • Sleep
  • Assistance with completing paperwork and forms e.g. school places, disability living allowance
  • SEND support
  • Signposting to specialist agencies
  • And more!

• I can refer and signpost to other services available within Wokingham and Reading.

• In consultation with teaching staff and parents/carers I can support families on a 1:1 basis listening and working with them in different ways e.g. family issues, bereavement, new baby in the family, parent’s separation/divorce, anxious behaviours.

• I can run courses/workshops for parents/carers on topics that are key to them.

Make time for a chat

Would you like a friendly chat? I am here to help in any way I can. I am also interested in your thoughts about how Highwood can support families, so please do let me know. 

Please call the school on 01189265493 and ask to speak to me or email FSW@highwood.wokingham.sch.uk

The Family Centre

We are very fortunate to have a dedicated Family Centre, right at the heart of Highwood school. The space is used to host social events, training courses and to hold meetings with parents and children. 

 

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 ****NEW DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 2025***

Thursday 4th September 8:45-9:45am - New Parents coffee morning with pastries! 

Friday 12th September 8:45-9:45am - Parent/carer coffee morning, open to all with the Mental Health Support Team

Tuesday 16th September 9-10am - Little Saplings family playgroup for families and children who will join Highwood in the future

Thursday 18th September 9-11am  - Parent Gym Taster Session 

Monday 22nd September  - Healthy Lunchboxes workshop for parents and carers in conjunction with the Wokingham Adult Education Team 

Friday 26th September  - Parent/carer coffee morning, open to all 

Tuesday 30th September 9-10am  - Little Saplings family playgroup

Friday 10th October 8:45-9:45am - SEN Support Parent/carer coffee morning  - for parents and carers of children with diagnosis, on the pathway or with early concerns or questions 

Friday 24th October 8:45-9:45am  - Parent/carer coffee morning, open to all

Tuesday 14th October 9-10am  - Little Saplings family playgroup

Tuesday 11th November 9-10am  - Little Saplings family playgroup

Friday 14th November 8:45-9:45am - Parent/carer coffee morning, open to all

Tuesday 25th November  9-10am  - Little Saplings family playgroup

Friday 28th November 8:45-9:45am - SEN Support Parent/carer coffee morning  - for parents and carers of children with diagnosis, on the pathway or with early concerns or questions 

Tuesday 9th December 9-10am  - Little Saplings family playgroup

Friday 12th December 8:45-9:45am - Parent/carer coffee morning, open to all

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Resources and Support 

Please see the below link to the Wokingham Council website where there is information for families and carers.

Children, families and young people | Wokingham

For information regarding organisations which can help with children's mental health and well being please click here for advice from Wokingham Virtual Schools. 

For contact information for the Local (Wokingham) Mental Health team, who can be approached if you feel your child may be struggling, please click here for a MHT PowerPoint with details and advice