Useful Information & Local Support Services
At Brierley Hill Primary School, we understand that families sometimes need extra support. Below is a collection of important links and services, offering guidance on education, financial support, mental health, safeguarding, and childcare.
If you need to apply for an 'in-year' school transfer or a place for your child, visit the Dudley School Admissions website.
🌍 Website: Dudley School Admissions
A fantastic website offering free eBooks, reading tips, and educational resources for parents and children.
🌍 Website: Oxford Owl
Stay up to date with school news, events, and important announcements by following our official Facebook page.
🌍 Facebook: Brierley Hill Primary Facebook
The official DfE website provides guidance on education, school policies, and child development.
🌍 Website: Department for Education
A great resource providing guidance on keeping children safe online, including cyberbullying and gaming safety.
🌍 Website: Think You Know
CEOP provides support and advice for parents, carers, and young people about internet safety and online exploitation.
🌍 Website: CEOP Safety Centre
If you’re struggling financially and need help, the Black Country Food Bank provides emergency food and support. A referral poster is available to see which local agencies can best assist you.
🌍 Website: Black Country Food Bank
🌍 Referral Poster: Worried About Money?
All children in Reception to Year 2 automatically receive Universal Infant Free School Meals. However, if your child is moving into Year 3 or above, and you receive certain benefits, you may be eligible for free school meals. Apply here:
🌍 Website: Apply for Free School Meals
If you’re eligible, you can apply for an additional 15 hours of free childcare for your 3 or 4-year-old, bringing the total to 30 hours per week.
🌍 Website: 30 Hours Free Childcare
Dudley’s Local Offer provides information and services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), supporting them in living independent and fulfilling lives.
🌍 Website: Dudley Local Offer
Provides free, impartial advice on SEND support, EHCPs, and educational provision.
📞 Contact: 01384 817373
📧 Email: dudley.sendiass@dudley.gov.uk
🌍 Website: Dudley SENDIASS
A UK charity dedicated to helping the most vulnerable children and young people, offering support with mental health, parenting, and family challenges.
🌍 Website: Action for Children
Support for children and young people with mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and emotional well-being.
📍 Location: Dudley CAMHS, Bushey Fields Hospital, Dudley, DY1 2LZ
📞 Contact: 01384 324689
🌍 Website: CAMHS Dudley
Support for children and families who have experienced bereavement or loss.
📞 Contact: 01384 455117
🌍 Website: Reflections Dudley
This session is a globally recognised parenting programme that takes between 8-10 weeks to complete. This session is led by qualified practitioners in supporting ways of adding structure, routine and positive ways to the family dynamics.
If there are specific sessions that you are interested in, please make contact with Mrs Duffin to discuss.
Please see the following website to look at further support for parents:
🏠 Dudley Family Centres (Early Help & Parenting Support)
Dudley’s Family Centres provide advice, workshops, and parenting support on a range of issues, including child development, financial well-being, and emotional support.
| Family Centre | Address | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brierley Hill Family Centre | 18 Parkes, Brierley Hill, DY5 3DY | 📞 01384 813322 | fs.brierleyhill@dudley.gov.uk |
| Halesowen Family Centre | Lye By-Pass, Stourbridge, DY9 8HT | 📞 01384 813954 | fs.halesowen@dudley.gov.uk |
| Stourbridge Family Centre | Forge Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1XF | 📞 01384 818780 | fs.stourbridge@dudley.gov.uk |
| Dudley North Family Centre | Bayer Street, Bilston, WV14 9DS | 📞 01384 813096 | fs.dudleynorth@dudley.gov.uk |
| Dudley Central Family Centre | Selbourne Road, Dudley, DY2 8LJ | 📞 01384 812440 | fs.dudley@dudley.gov.uk |
If you need further support, please don’t hesitate to contact our school office for guidance or signposting to relevant services.
📞 Brierley Hill Primary School: 01384 816980