St. NicholasCatholic Primary School
‘Love one another, as I have loved you’
Services and Support
Support for Parents and Carers
At St Nicholas, we know that families can need different kinds of support at different times. As part of our commitment to the wellbeing of our whole school community, we aim to work closely with parents and carers, offering support, guidance and opportunities to connect with others.
Whether a family is looking for advice about wellbeing, family life, additional needs, health, finances, relationships or something happening at home, we want parents and carers to know that they do not have to navigate things alone.
Sometimes it can also be helpful to speak to other families who may be having similar experiences or to access specialist advice beyond school. There are a wide range of local services, community organisations and support groups across Leeds offering practical help, advice, reassurance and a listening ear.
Below, you can find links to services and organisations that may be helpful to you and your family.
SEND Advice & Support
Local SEND and Family Support in Leeds
Leeds Local OfferThe Leeds Local Offer brings together information about SEND services and support available for children, young people and families across Leeds.
It includes information about:
- education and SEND support
- health and therapy services
- activities and short breaks
- social care and family support
- preparing for adulthood
Leeds SENDIASS
Leeds SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice Support Service) provides free, impartial and confidential information, advice and support to parents and carers of children with SEND.
They can help with:
- SEND support in school
- EHCPs and SEND processes
- understanding your rights
- meetings, decisions and next steps
📞 0113 378 5020
📧 sendiass@leeds.gov.uk
Leeds Parent Carer Forum (LPCF)
A parent-led organisation supporting families of children and young people with SEND and helping to ensure that parent and carer voices influence SEND services across Leeds.
Visit Leeds Parent Carer Forum
Face 2 Face Leeds
Provides emotional support for parents and carers of children with additional needs, giving families an opportunity to talk to someone who understands their experiences.
📞 0113 380 4300
Local Community and Practical Support
St Vincent's Support Centre
A local community hub in LS9 providing a wide range of practical support for individuals and families, including:
- family support
- debt and benefits advice
- ESOL classes
- housing and employment support
- community café and shop
📍 4 Berking Avenue, Leeds, LS9 9LF
📞 0113 248 4126
📧 hello@svp.org.uk
The Compton Centre and Family Hub
The Compton Centre is a local community and family hub in LS9, providing joined-up support for children, young people and families.
Support includes:
- family support and Early Help
- access to SEND support through the Family Hub
- housing, benefits and council services
- employment and job-search support
- library and computer access
- community activities and events
📍 Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 7BG
📞 General enquiries: 0113 222 4444
📞 Library: 0113 378 5005
📧 family.hubs@leeds.gov.uk
Understanding SEND
SEND Guide for Parents and Carers
The government's guide for parents and carers explains how the SEND system works, including SEND support in schools and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
SEND Guide for Parents and Carers – GOV.UK
Kids SEND Advice Hub
Parent-friendly information about understanding SEND, possible signs of additional needs, how schools support children and practical strategies families can use at home.
Parentkind SEND Directory
A directory of organisations and resources covering a wide range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, mental health and physical needs.
Autism & ADHD
NHS Autism Guide
Information about autism, including signs, assessment and support.
National Autistic Society
Practical information and guidance for parents and carers supporting autistic children at home and in education.
National Autistic Society – Advice for Parents and Carers
NHS ADHD Guide
Information about ADHD, including characteristics, diagnosis and available support.
YoungMinds – ADHD Parent Guide
Practical advice for parents and carers around emotions, behaviour, routines and supporting a child with ADHD at home and school.
YoungMinds – ADHD Guide for Parents
Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Learning Needs
British Dyslexia Association – Parent Guide
Guidance for families covering dyslexia, identifying needs, supporting children at home and working in partnership with school.
British Dyslexia Association – Guide for Parents
Dyscalculia
Information and guidance from the British Dyslexia Association about dyscalculia and difficulties with maths.
British Dyslexia Association – Dyscalculia
NHS Learning Disabilities Guide
Information about learning disabilities and the support that may be available to children and families.
Mencap
Information, advice and resources for people with learning disabilities and their families.
Speech, Language & Communication
NHS – Developmental Language Disorder
Information about developmental language disorder, communication difficulties and the support children may need.
NHS – Developmental Language Disorder
I CAN – Talking Point
Practical information and advice to help families understand and support children's speech, language and communication development.
Social, Emotional and Mental Health
YoungMinds Parent Hub
Information and advice for parents and carers supporting children with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, including anxiety, behaviour and difficult feelings.
MindMate Leeds
Local information, advice and resources to support children and young people's emotional wellbeing and mental health in Leeds.
