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Within this page we will share resources and opportunities for parents to stay up to date with what's going on around their children, resources for parental guidance and much more. We hope you find this page helpful in supporting your child.
Heart Health Month - we’ve pulled together some simple yet powerful tips to support healthier hearts for the whole family and this is just a glimpse of the support we can offer!
Here is a FREE resource (attached to this email) and we would love it if you could please share the attachment with parents/carers via email / regular newsletters and on social media. We've got some copy below you can use to make life easier.
We run Beezee Families, a FREE heathy lifestyle programme that our nutritionists deliver across Hertfordshire. The 12-week programme supports families to build healthy habits around food, physical activity, and how to have fun while doing so!
Our current programmes are in full swing but you can secure your FREE spot now for April. Places fill up fast so make sure to book soon! If you can’t wait to get started on your healthy lifestyle journey, you can learn at your own pace over on our Academy website. Visit our website for more details
30/01/26 - Wellbeing Newsletter
As part of Safe Space’s 25th birthday celebrations, we are delighted to share with you our Spring edition of the 25 Ways to Wellbeing newsletter. This special series has been created to mark our anniversary year and to highlight simple, practical ideas that support the wellbeing of children, young people, and the wider school community.
Each edition offers a selection of bitesize wellbeing tips, supportive resources, and activities that can be shared with students, families, and staff.
27/01/26 - Free parent/carer workshop:
Parenting in the Digital Age: How to Help Your Child Thrive Online
Tuesday 27 January, 18:30–20:00 · The Barn at The Vic, Hitchin
Free (limited spaces) · Booking essential
Parents will leave with:
- Clear boundaries for screens, social media and gaming (without constant battles)
- A simple family digital plan that actually sticks
- Conversation starters to keep communication open at home
Tuesdays - Living with Anxiety
Free online course we are running for young people aged 14 - 18, which may be of interest to some of your pupils and their families.
Living with Anxiety is an 8-week online group designed to help those who may be experiencing anxiety or finding it difficult to manage their emotions day to day. It is a friendly and supportive space where young people can:
- Better understand their anxiety and what triggers it
- Learn practical tools and coping strategies
- Build confidence through shared experiences and guided activities
Each week, we’ll focus on a different theme - such as challenging anxious thoughts, managing social anxiety, and developing healthy coping habits. Participants also receive a workbook to help them reflect and practise between sessions.
Group Details:
- Tuesdays at 7-8pm
- Online via Zoom
Families can access the group by referral (parents, teachers, or professionals can refer).To Register:
You can go to our website to fill out our online referral form: Living With Anxiety - WithYouth
Or download a copy of the form and email it to us at: withyouth@hertfordshiremind.org
Or call: 0208 189 8400 to speak to one of our support workers directly if you have any questions. Alternatively chat with us on our instant messaging between 2pm-10pm every day by clicking the blue chat with us button.
If you feel this group could support any of your pupils, we would be very grateful if you could share the information with families through your school newsletter, circulate via class teachers or directly with those who may benefit.
21/01/26 - Anxiety & Emotional Based School Avoidance
Join us in person at Hitchin Boys' School on the 21st January 2026 at 6pm for a relaxed and supportive free of charge workshop with Catarina from the NHS Mental Health Support Team to help parents and carers understand and tackle anxiety and emotional based school avoidance in children. Get practical tips, share experiences, and learn how to support your child through these challenges.
This event will be at Hitchin Boys' School in the Main Hall. This event is for adults only.
This event is offered to parents of students at Hitchin Boys' School, Hitchin Girls' School and The Priory School, Hertfordshire.
This is a free of charge ticketed event as we are limited to numbers. We strongly recommend that you reserve your tickets today if you wish to attend.
Please book one ticket per each adult attending. Please bring your digital ticket with you.
12/12/25 Festive Sports Holiday Camp
For those parents looking for childcare for 22nd & 23rd and then 29th & 30th December. See poster for more details
14/11/2025 - Online Safety
The information below includes changes to the Online Safety Act / Safer Internet / Safety & Privacy Settings / Supporting Teens on Social Media / AI:
Autumn Online Safety Newsletter
11/11/2025 - Smartphone & Cyber Bullying Webinar
https://connect.kooth.com/events/event/for-families-smartphone-safety-and-cyberbullying-20-nov
Most 11-year-olds have a mobile phone, but do they know how to protect themselves from cyberbullying?
On the 20th November, parents and guardians are invited to join a free 45 minute webinar. The team will share practical tips on how to help children deal with potential problems, how parents can spot signs of cyberbullying and what action to take.
The webinar will include information on:
- How their phone grabs and holds their attention
- The pressure they may feel to be online
- What cyberbullying might look like
- The impacts of social media and bullying
- How you can help young people stay safe
- How they can build a positive online space