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Should parents/carers need additional support please contact us or these other organisations: Coronavirus has helped get perspective on what is important – family, community and the well-being of those we love – children, parents, grandparents, and for me, our lively amazing pupils and our wonderful committed, caring Phoenix staff.

• School Tel: 01233 622510 (Out of Hours - answer machine)
• Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This is an email set up during the Coronavirus crisis which is monitored regularly by senior staff are on duty.
• Worried about a child – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 03000 41 11 11(office hours) 03000 41 91 91 (out of hours) – in an emergency/ where child is in immediate danger call 999
• Childline: 0800 1111 childline.org.uk
• Samaritans: If you need someone to talk to, any time, day or night 116 123or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• com – safe, anonymous online support for young people www.kooth.com Foodbank, Dress for Success & Storehouse at  www.ashfordvineyard.org/compassionor 01233 331919 & This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Ashford Borough Council advice on housing, Council Tax and benefits - https://www.ashford.gov.uk/coronavirus
• Kent Community Foundation Emergency Hardship Fund – particularly for families suffering hardship as a result of the Covid-19 (needs a professional to apply on your behalf): https://kentcf.org.uk/funding/individuals
• Apply for Free School Meals: https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/free-school-meals

We have also communicated with parents about food bank resources and our partnership with the Hygiene Bank charity. Please ask if you need help or support accessing.

Chris Johnson, Headteacher