Young Carers

Young Carers (YC) are children or young people, under the age of 18 yrs old, who look after someone who has a disability, long-term illness, mental health problem, or a problem with drugs or alcohol.

YC's may be taking care of a parent, brother, sister or any other family member or close friend.

Caring may take the form of personal care, domestic chores, giving medication, help to fill in forms, giving reminders of what to do and when, supervision, emotional or communication support.

At Ferndale Nursery and Primary School, we believe that all young people have the right to an education. If a young person looks after someone, we know that they may need additional support to help them get the most out of their education, and we aim to meet all their needs.

Ferndale Primary and Nursery School have a designated member of staff who has special responsibility for YC's and will ensure that all support is offered and co-ordinated to suit each individual.

Currently our designated liaison is: Mrs Claire Hobbs

To read our Young Carers Charter click here

For further information visit: Swindon Carers website here

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