East Bergholt ran their first but certainly not the last Christmas drop in for their young carers hosted by Mrs Johnson and supported by Millie, Young Carer Ambassador.
Ipswich Academy ran a festive drop in for young carers aside from their existing drop in which usually runs every other Monday for students
Farlingaye ran their end of term treat to students building gingerbread houses lead by Miss Mills and have the pleasure of a young carers drop in usually every other Thursday in school
Westley Middle ran their last Christmas drop in with Katy at the school as she is due to leave her role as young carers lead next year! Best of luck Katy you will be missed!
Thomas Gainsborough ran their festive buffet lunch with the support of Miss Betts, Miss Fox and Mrs O’Beirne and enjoyed a game of Scattegories, their favourite game to play at the moment!
Hadleigh High hosted their last Christmas with Mrs Perry who leaves her role as young carers lead in the new year, we wish you all the best in your next chapter!
St. Benedicts Catholic school enjoyed their end of term treat by decorating cake and biscuits lead by Mrs Bourne and supported by two teachers, some definite artists at the school!
To name a few indeed!
This list is not an exhaustive list of the hard work schools across the county are contributing towards the support of our young carers, this is merely a round up by our adviser Sheree who is allocated to these schools. Communication such as emails, phone calls are just as valuable in ensuring the young people are continuously well supported in their caring role.
If you have hosted a drop in or something in your school and would like to be shouted out email us at hello@suffolkfamilycarers.org with the name of your school and something you feel proud of in supporting young carers.
Don’t forget our list of high schools if you’re wondering what support is currently available: Are you heading off to High School in September?
”Thank you so much for your support and for providing such delicious treats – it was quite apparent how much the children enjoyed today’s lunch and also speaking with you; it was also amazing watching the reaction of those children who had never tasted a strawberry or plum before!! Young Carers lead quote
‘’My daughter gains a lot from your service – attending the YC group in school, seeing that there are other young carers and having time that is special for her. A craft activity over summer really helped with her anxiety and building confidence’’ A parent of a young carer
