Early Help

 Welcome to HPRS’s Early Help offer which is in place to support families and young people facing challenges.

The support we provide aims to address issues early on preventing situations from escalating and promoting positive outcomes for children and families.  Our Early Help offer encompasses a wide range of support, providing access to various resources and services.

Early Help means providing families with support as soon as a problem emerges, at any point in a child’s life.  This could include:

·         Targeted family support

·         Family relationships

·         Behaviours that are challenging

·         Housing and financial difficulties

·         Social, emotional and mental health

·         Safety in the community

·         Support with attendance

Support within School

AT HPRS we endeavour to create a school ethos that promotes trust between all adults and children so that any concerns and worries are expressed effectively and in a timely manner.  No matter how small, we will listen to these anxieties so that all our pupils are safeguarded effectively.  If you need help or support, please do not hesitate to contact us so we can begin the Early Help process:

The Early Help Hub

This is a confidential service open to all families living in Herefordshire with a child or children aged 0-18 years, or up to 25 years old for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Their friendly and professional team will listen to your worries, offer advice and guidance and look at how best to support you to access the right help to meet you and your family’s needs. 

This may include access to:

·         Children's Centre Service in Herefordshire

·         Specialist Family Support Services

·         Other agencies and professionals

·         Support in your community

Call the Early Help Hub team on 01432 260800 (available Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm – closed on bank holidays).

Further information can be found at Herefordshire’s Early Help for Families  website.

HPRS Early Help Offer

Please find some useful information from Herefordshire Council on their website - Herefordshire Council - Early Help and Support for families

Targeted Family Support  - Home Start Herefordshire

Targeted Family Support from Vennture - Vennture

Direct, Expert Support for Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs

Do you need immediate advice on supporting a child or young person with SEMH needs?

Our SEMH Advice Line offers:
✅ Direct access to an experienced SEMH advisory teacher
✅ Immediate strategies and advice tailored to your situation
✅ Guidance on referrals — find out if a formal referral to the SEMH Inclusion Service is appropriate, or if in-setting strategies may suffice
✅ Signposting to relevant professionals, services, or support pathways
✅ A brief written summary of each consultation, including all advice and strategies discussed

Available:
- Wednesdays: 9:00am – 1:00pm
- Thursdays: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Call us: 01432 260532

Get the right advice, right when you need it.

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