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Family Help

To fulfil our vision or ‘Nurturing all to flourish and aspire’ we do much more than teaching children the requirements of the National Curriculum.  We help families at the very first sign of worry or difficulty and use our wide network of professionals to obtain specialist advice and support.  This ranges from parenting courses and healthy child weight management to debt and housing support. 

We work closely with our locality coordinator to keep up to date with what support is available and maintain positive relationships with local professionals such as school nurses, police and fire services and safeguarding teams.

Support for Children and Families | Northampton Children's Trust

What is Family Help?

Family Help (previously known as Early Help) provides support for children, young people and families as soon as a need is identified. The aim is to offer the right support at the right time, helping to promote wellbeing, prevent difficulties from escalating and build family resilience.

Support is available from before a child is born, throughout their early years and school life, and into young adulthood. For young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), support may continue up to the age of 25.

At Monksmoor Park, we work closely with families and other agencies to ensure that children and young people receive the guidance and support they need to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Parental conflict

Me, you and Baby too.
  • Me, You and Baby Too is packed with videos and animations to help couples navigate the transition to parenthood. Residents living in West Northants can access it for free at https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/parents
Arguing better
  • Knowing how to argue in a constructive way can make all the difference to your relationships. Learn more with this online course currently available at no cost to residents in West Northants. https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/parents
Getting it right for children
  • When parents separate, it’s easy for children to get caught in the middle of their disagreements. Getting it Right for Children is a free online course for parents in West Northants designed to help them parent co-operatively after parting. https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/parents

Reduce conflict and improve communication skills with these Getting on Better cards. Whether together or separated, parents in West Northants can help to improve their relationship with these pocket-sized, thought-provoking cards. Free packs are available in the school Reception area.

Debt and relationships
  • Money troubles can be one of the biggest causes of relationship stress. The relationships experts at OnePlusOne have put together this FREE package offering advice about what to do if you or your partner are in debt. These animated real-life stories talk about the impact debt can have on relationships and explain why it’s good to talk about problems and seek help early if you need it. Residents in West Northants can access these materials by visiting https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/parents.

Looking for free, expert relationship advice or a supportive community to discuss relationship issues with? Visit clickrelationships.org from the relationship experts at OnePlusOne.