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Please use the above information to report Anti-Social behaviour in our community.

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Try out rugby with Newport Saracens - Training is Saturday Morning at 11am at John Frost High School - and it's free!

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This webpage provides information on the suitability of various apps and platforms that your children may be familiar with.

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The guides include a detailed overview of the app, outlining the age rating and key terminology. They also highlight the risks each app poses to young people and give detailed instructions on how to enable parental controls and safety settings.

This guide can also help parents and carers have a conversation with their child about a sensitive issue.

If you, a family member or friend requires help to develop your basic digital skills, use a device and/or access the internet, you can find support here.

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This collection of guides provides parents and carers with key information about the most popular social media and gaming apps children and young people are using today.

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NCC are starting a Dads Group on Monday 13th January at 6pm in Bettws Community Centre.

The group will enable dads and male carers to chat about shared experiences and provide a safe space to talk about the successes and challenges of parenting.

If you’re a dad or male carer and would like to meet new people come along to Bettws Community Centre, from 6pm to 7.30pm.

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The group will enable dads and male carers to chat about shared experiences and provide a safe space to talk about the successes and challenges of parenting.

If you're a dad or male carer and would like to meet new people come along to Bettws Community Centre, from 6pm to 7.30pm.

Bydd y grŵp yn galluogi tadau a gofalwyr gwrywaidd i sgwrsio am brofiadau a rennir ac yn darparu lle diogel i siarad am lwyddiannau a heriau rhianta.

Os ydych chi'n dad neu'n ofalwr gwrywaidd ac eisiau cwrdd â phobl newydd, dewch draw i Ganolfan Gymunedol Betws, rhwng 6pm a 7.30pm.

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Eventbrite - Newport Youth, Play and Community Engagement Teams presents Dads Group / Grŵp tadau. - Monday, January 13, 2025 at Bettws Community Centre, Bettws, Wales. Find event and ticket information.

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Adult cycle training/bike heath checks

We are offering free cycle training to adults across Newport.

29 and 30 October 2024

You can choose any of the following sessions:

learning to ride

building confidence

National Standard Cycle Training level 1 & 2 (Beginner/Intermediate). Covers on road training, concentrating on 3 main skills of positioning, signalling and observations

National Standard Cycle Training Level 3 (Advanced). Gaining skills on negotiating complex junctions, roundabouts

bike health checks and puncture repairs

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Let’s get together!

There’s a new group starting for Young Parents under the age of 25. This event is designed to bring together young parents in our community to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive network. Please signpost to anyone you think would benefit from this group. If there is enough interest it’ll become a weekly meeting.

At the meet and greet, parents will have the opportunity to:

• Meet new friends: Connect with other young parents in your local area.

• Have fun: Enjoy activities and playtime with your kids.

• Share knowledge: Learn tips and advice from other parents.

• Build a community: Help create a supportive and welcoming environment for young parents.

We believe that this event will be a valuable opportunity for young parents to connect with each other and find support. We would be grateful if you could share this information with your students and families.

To RSVP or learn more about the event, please visit the Eventbrite site or scan the QR code.

If you have a young parent that can’t make that date, they can e-mail to register interest for the next Young Parents event.

Thank you for your time,

Youth & Play Team, Newport City Council

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Cost of Living Support Directory - May 2024

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Please book in for your Measles Jab if your child hasn't had it

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Please book in for your Measles Jab if your child hasn't had it

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Important Fees and Charges Information

From the 1 April, Newport Live will be increasing the fees of our programmes and this will affect some of the Easter Holiday Activities. The prices noted alongside each activity below are the price for March activities.

This information was correct at the time of being published. All sessions must be booked in advance. Sessions will run subject to minimum capacity being achieved.

Keep up to date

Sign up to our newsletter for the latest information on our services and facilities.

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Holiday Activities | School Holiday Fun with Newport Live

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Each school holiday Newport Live runs a variety of fun activities to keep children entertained. From Multi-Sport Camp to children's cycling lessons, swim camps to family cinema screenings; we have activities for everybody at Newport Live.

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If you are struggling financially, you may be eligible for DAF funding. See the link above for more details.

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Emergency Assistance Payment

Between 1 May 2020 to 31 March 2023, you can get no more than 5 grants in a year (rolling 12 months).

Use this service to:

apply for an Emergency Assistance Payment

apply for an Individual Assistance Payment

apply on behalf of someone else (registered partners only)

Before you start

You cannot apply for a grant if you have:

already received a grant in the last 28 days (or in the last 7 days if you are impacted by COVID or are on Universal Credit and are experiencing financial hardship)

already received 3 grants in the last year (or 5 grants if you're in receipt of Universal Credit or impacted by coronavirus)

You can also apply by:

post

phone 0800 859 5924 (between 9.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday) (Croesawir galwadau yn Gymraeg / Calls are welcomed in Welsh)

getting help from one of our partner organisations

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Between 1 May 2020 to 31 March 2023, you can get no more than 5 grants in a year (rolling 12 months).

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Please see this information to support unpaid carers.

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We are fortunate to have all three of the Gaer Ward Councillors on our Partnership Governing Body.

Please see the links below for more information about them.

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The ALNCo's are Mrs Johnson at Gaer Primary and Miss Morgan at Maesglas Primary. If you have any concerns around your child's development or behaviour please contact them via the school office.

gaer.primary@newportschools.wales

maesglas.primary@newportschools.wales

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Support and Activities are on offer at The Serennu Centre for children with a range of Additional Needs. Please see their website for details.

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To access activities, all children/young people will need to submit a referral form to the activities team. To access family activities, such as family swim or MediCinema, you will need to submit a seperate referral form.

When the referral form has been received, a Sparkle member of staff will contact the family to complete a personal profile and discuss which activities would best meet the child / young person's needs. For our admissions policy click here. You can contact the activities team on 01633 748093 or email abb.sparkleactivities@wales.nhs.uk.

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Both schools in the Partnership have achieved the ASD Friendly School Award. Please see this link for further information about Autism.

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Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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Parents & carers - Awtistiaeth Cymru | Autism Wales | National Autism Team

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The resources within this section were developed in partnership with autistic people, parents and carers and professionals. The resources are aimed at increasing the knowledge, skills, understanding of autism and practical tools for parents and carers of autistic people. What is autism? This section helps to build a better understanding of autism.

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Join the fight for mental health!

Making the first step is often the most difficult, and yet for many clients, making contact with a counsellor, in confidence, marks a threshold. A moment where we begin to build towards a positive future.

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We work closely with Liberty Church and the Fair share Cooperative.

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For the full calendar of REGULAR WEEKLY GATHERINGS, click the link below:

We would love to hear what God has done for you.

We would love to be praying with you.

ONLINE
GIVING

Thank you for your generosity!

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There's lots of Community Activities at Pillgwenlly Millennium Centre.

Please click the link for details:

https://www.pillmill.co.uk/whats-on

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Community Sport

The Community Sport & Wellbeing Team along with their partners, create and deliver informative, local, accessible, and affordable activities to engage children and young people.

Sessions include activities such as football, basketball, dodgeball, table tennis, badminton, and street dance; and are in venues such as leisure facilities, parks, community centres, youth clubs, and outdoors in parks, or multi-use games areas (MUGAs).

Current activities, programmes and events include;

Positive Futures - evening community engagement and youth activities in various locations - contact the team below for details

Secondary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in Secondary Schools on social media and on notice boards linked to PE and After School Provision, or Young Ambassador volunteer programmes. A Sports Coordinator is based in each secondary school and details on provision will be made aware to all pupils in school each term.

Primary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in school, on social media or via consent and letters to participating year groups, classes or children.

If you are interested in being involved in one of our activities, programmes or events email sportsdevelopment@newportlive.co.uk

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Newport Live's Community Sport & Wellbeing Team along with their partners, create and deliver informative, local, accessible, and affordable activities to engage children and young people across the community. Sessions include football, basketball, dodgeball, table tennis, badminton, and street dance.

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Community Sport

The Community Sport & Wellbeing Team along with their partners, create and deliver informative, local, accessible, and affordable activities to engage children and young people.

Sessions include activities such as football, basketball, dodgeball, table tennis, badminton, and street dance; and are in venues such as leisure facilities, parks, community centres, youth clubs, and outdoors in parks, or multi-use games areas (MUGAs).

Current activities, programmes and events include;

Positive Futures - evening community engagement and youth activities in various locations - contact the team below for details

Secondary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in Secondary Schools on social media and on notice boards linked to PE and After School Provision, or Young Ambassador volunteer programmes. A Sports Coordinator is based in each secondary school and details on provision will be made aware to all pupils in school each term.

Primary School Sports and Wellbeing Programmes - activities in schools vary each term and are advertised directly in school, on social media or via consent and letters to participating year groups, classes or children.

If you are interested in being involved in one of our activities, programmes or events email sportsdevelopment@newportlive.co.uk

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We operate a face-to-face service at Newport Central Library, John Frost Square for those who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or need housing advice.

The drop-in service is available for homelessness assessments and Housing Register queries between 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm.

Please email rehousing.services@newport.gov.uk or telephone (01633) 656656 if you are homeless, at risk of homelessness or need housing advice, we can phone you back if requested.

An out of hours service is offered on (01633) 656656.

If we are already supporting you as homeless or at risk of homelessness, please contact your case officer directly by email or phone. Please submit requested documents by email if possible.

Home Options Newport

The weekly Home Options Newport advert will continue to be published each Friday and we are working with partner housing associations to ensure allocations go ahead.

You will be contacted directly by the housing association if you are offered a property.

Please continue to submit your applications for housing via the Home Options website. Correspondence will be sent via your Home Options account or email if possible.

Please send queries by web message (via your Home Options account) or telephone (01633) 656656.

Housing associations

Offices are now closed to the public and services are being delivered by phone, email or in line with social distancing guidance.

Please contact the housing association directly for further information.

Night Shelter

Eden Gate is currently unable to safely manage the night shelter in Newport, this will be reviewed regularly in line with government guidance on Covid-19. Please contact the council's homelessness team above for advice, information and help.

Eden Gate is working with the council and other outreach providers to continue to provide support, accommodation, food and goods to those in need.

Support for those sleeping rough

The council has offered accommodation to anyone we are aware is sleeping rough.

Our housing team is working with Supporting People, Pobl's Housing First team, the Wallich, Eden Gate, the Salvation Army and the Olive Branch to ensure accommodation, food, household items and support is provided.

Three meals a day are provided seven days a week, delivered following social distancing guidance.

Toiletries and clothes are being provided by support providers when requested.

Support for mental health can be found on the MIND website or by telephone on 0300 123 3393. Specialist mental health support and counselling can also be accessed via partner agencies and health services that are supporting those sleeping rough.

Our partners will continue to provide outreach support for those found to be sleeping rough in Newport and for rough sleepers in accommodation.

Anyone experiencing homelessness can obtain support, advice and information from the council's housing advice and homelessness team using the details above.

You can report details of individuals sleeping rough using the Streetlink website or app, available via the website or from the app store. All reports are sent to the Wallich to provide local help.

Bellevue Clinic is currently providing services to rough sleepers and is in contact with outreach staff.

GSSMS (Gwent Specialist Substance Misuse Service) service users have been contacted and advised how to access support and prescriptions during the Covid-19 pandemic.

GDAS (Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service) is safely seeing and providing support to clients at their clinic.

Support Gateway

Applications for supported housing and floating support can continue to be submitted via the support gateway.

The Gwent Supporting People teams are providing a 'shop and drop' service for the most vulnerable people in Newport.

For more information email Newport.gateway@newport.gov.uk or telephone (01633) 656656.

Supported housing will continue to be managed by providers, in line with Covid-19 guidance.

Environmental Health

Within Newport, the Environmental Health Housing Team deals with wide ranging issues to help protect housing conditions across all tenures (private rented, social let, owner occupied and empty dwellings).

We offer housing advice, help with housing conditions and minimum standards, neighbourhood nuisance, public health or environmental issues.

You can view areas that you can receive help on our Housing Environmental Health webpage.

Temporary Accomodation forms
Temporary Accommodation maintenance request form Read more on further support avaliable: Apply and receive guidance on houses in multiple occupation; HMO licensing
Information for landlords, tenants and students, repairs and maintenance, gas safety and electrical safety Temporary Accommodation enquiry form Request an immigration inspection For mobile home and camping guidance and licensing
Temporary Accommodation payment form
Request an HMO pre-licence advisory inspection or service

View Welsh Government Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for landlords and managing agents in the private rented sector

Newport City Council holds a housing register in partnership with housing associations.

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Please click the following links for all the information on our school websites:

Gaer Primary

Maesglas Primary

The Gaer and Maesglas Primary School Partnership can be found in the linked menu on each school's website.

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Both schools have achieved the Communication Friendly Setting Award. Follow the link for more information and tips on how to be Communication Friendly at home.

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These help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

These track visitors across websites and are used to help us understand how effective and engaging our advertising campaigns are.

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There's lots of Community Activities at Pillgwenlly Millennium Centre.

Please click the link for details:

https://www.pillmill.co.uk/whats-on

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The governing body of each school decides on the uniform policy or dress code and appearance policy.

Read Welsh Government guidance on school uniform to help governing bodies implement or change a school uniform and appearance policy.

Most Newport secondary schools have a school uniform recycling scheme aimed at year 6 pupils moving to year 7, where used uniform in good condition can be passed on.

Contact your secondary school for details.

School Essentials Grant

The Welsh Government School Essentials Grant helps to fund a child's school uniform and equipment, plus items for outside school activities, where families are on low incomes.The scheme for the 2023/24 academic year will open on 1 July 2023.

The grant provides assistance to families on low incomes for the purchase of:

School uniform including coats and shoes

School sports kit including footwear

Uniform for enrichment activities, including but not limited to, scouts; guides; cadets; martial arts; sports; performing arts or dance

Equipment e.g school bags and stationary

Specialist equipment where new curriculum activities begin such as design and technology

Laptops or tablets

Equipment for out of school hour's trips such as outdoor learning e.g waterproofs.

Who is eligible?

Pupils eligible for free school meals can receive this funding for the September 2023/24 school year, if, in September 2023, they are:

entering reception class or years 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 of maintained primary schools

entering year 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11 of maintained secondary schools

aged 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 or 15 years in special schools, special needs resource bases or pupil referral units

Funding is also available to all looked-after children of compulsory school age. irrespective of Free School Meals entitlement.

Pupils with no recourse to public funds entering the above years in the 2023/24 school year are also entitled to assistance under this funding.

A payment of £125 will be made per pupil in all qualifying school years with the exception of pupils entering Year 7 who will each receive a payment of £200.
Please note that the one year uplift of £100 (2022/23) on the value of this grant has now ended.
The local authority in which the looked-after child attends school is responsible for issuing the grant.
Pupils who receive free school meals due to transitional protection arrangements or as part of the universal primary free school meal scheme do not qualify for this funding.
Eligibility criteria for Free School Meals & School Essentails Grant (for low income families)

Pupils will be eligible for a Free School Meal and a School Essentials Grant if parents/carers are in receipt of one of the following benefits:

Income Support or Income Based Jobseekers Allowance

Income Related Employment Support Allowance

Child Tax Credit (the annual income must be less than £16,190 for the household)

Guaranteed Element of State Pension Credit

Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999

Universal Credit, provided the household has an annualised net earned income of no more than £7400

Note: if you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit, you will NOT be eligible to receive Free School Meals nor a School Essentials Grant

Contact

If you have any queries relating to the eligibility of Free School Meals or the School Essentials Grant please email:

freeschoolmeals@newport.gov.uk or telephone 01633 851579

Please contact your school direct if you have any queries regarding the receipt of Free School Meals under the universal primary free school meal scheme.

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Information on school uniform and school uniform grants

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About Newport City Homes

At Newport City Homes, we provide homes and services to more than 10,000 residents, leaseholders and shared owners in the city of Newport. As the largest social landlord in Newport, we are uniquely placed to play a key role in ensuring our residents and communities are given opportunities to grow and succeed.

Our new report replaces Bridge Brief with a fresh new digital format. Take a look at our work over the past year here.

The cost of living crisis is affecting everyone. You're not alone and we are here to support you.

Check out our latest vacancies, read blog posts from our colleagues or find out more about our Apprenticeships and employment advice.

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At Newport City Homes, we provide homes and services to more than 10,000 residents, leaseholders and shared owners in the city of Newport. As the largest social landlord in Newport, we are uniquely placed to play a key role in ensuring our residents and communities are given opportunities to grow and succeed.

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Children of families on lower incomes who receive certain benefits, those seeking asylum and children in care can claim £125 per year to help with school costs. Because of the extra cost families might face when their children start secondary school, £200 is available for eligible pupils going into year 7. It could also mean extra funding for your school.

There's still time to check eligibility and apply for this year's funding now before applications close on 31 May.

You can apply every year for each of your children. Pupils from all kinds of education settings are eligible as long as they are aged 4 (in Reception) to 16. This applies to pupils in all schools and settings, including special schools and pupil referral units.

Headteacher of Ysgol Gymunedol Trimsaran, Steffan Jones, explained how the grant helps pupils at his school:

You want every child to be treated the same, and you want every child to have the same experiences. These grants do help, so that all children can get involved and enjoy their time at school, not just those who can afford it.

The grant can be used to pay for:

school uniform, including coats and shoes

school activities, like learning a musical instrument, sports kit and equipment for after school activities

classroom essentials, like pens, pencils and bags

Even if your child already receives a Free School Meal, you still need to check eligibility to access the School Essentials Grant and extra funding for your school. To find out more about the Schools Essentials Grant and to check eligibility, visit Get help with school costs | GOV.WALES.

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88% of those eligible have claimed their free School Essentials grant to help with costs like school uniform, shoes, bags, sports kit and equipment. Have you claimed yours?

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) | Parent Guide

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Mental health support

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It's okay to reach out for help. Your situation is unique and no parent has all the answers. We all need a little extra support sometimes, and we hear from parents and carers just like you all the time.

So, if you're worried about the mental health and wellbeing of a child or young person up to the age of 25, you can chat to us by phone, email or webchat.

Our Parents Helpline is also accessible for those who are hard of hearing or speak English as an additional language. If English is not your first or preferred language, we can arrange for a language translator to support you on a call with one of our helpline advisers. Or if you would like to use our webchat or email service, we offer a digital translation service.

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Practical tips, advice and where you can get help if your child or teenager is struggling with their mood, feelings, or their behaviour seems different.

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Services offered to children, young people and families

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Follow this link for information about Gwent Police in the local area.

https://www.gwent.police.uk/area/your-area/gwent/newport/gaer/about-us/top-reported-crimes-in-this-area

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GDAS believes that the families and loved ones of people who use substances including alcohol need as much support as the substance user themselves. This can include direct family, carers, neighbours, friends, support staff and anyone else in the network around the person affected. Below are services that can offer you support.

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Newport Citizens Advice | Newport CA | Wales

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Information and support for those at risk or fear of domestic abuse.

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Providing help and advice about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence

Talk to us now

If you, a family member a friend, or someone you are concerned about has experienced domestic abuse or sexual violence, you can contact the Live Fear Free Helpline 24 hours a day 7 days a week, for free advice and support or to talk through your options.

Get in touch with Live Fear Free advisors free of charge by phone, online chat, text or email.

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Providing help and advice about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence.

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Newport Parent Network - Newport City Council

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Newport Parent Network - Newport City Council A to Z of services

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Providing help and advice about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence

Talk to us now

If you, a family member a friend, or someone you are concerned about has experienced domestic abuse or sexual violence, you can contact the Live Fear Free Helpline 24 hours a day 7 days a week, for free advice and support or to talk through your options.

Get in touch with Live Fear Free advisors free of charge by phone, online chat, text or email.

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Never too Young to Talk about Mental Health

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Newport's Neighbourhood Hubs offer residents easy access to vital services in local communities.

Food Parcels

For support and information on current emergency food parcels available please contact 0808 196 3482 or email your local hub.

Need employment advice? We can help

We can provide advice and support if you are at risk of redundancy, have recently been made redundant, furloughed, or are working zero hour contracts.

Contact us for employment mentoring, support in writing CV and job applications, free employment related courses, advice on how to access financial support e.g. for interview clothing, travel to training courses and interviews, digital access and support, childcare and food banks.
For more information call freephone 08081 963482 or email your local Hub below
Families First

Visit Newport Families First to read how this Welsh Government programme supports families, particularly those living in poverty.

Download the Families First self-referral form (Word).

Download the Families First referral form for use by professionals (Word)

Other services offered by the Hubs may include:

Flying Start - groups for babies, toddlers and parent support

free online parenting support for all residents - use access code SWSOL

play and youth clubs for children and young people

classes and opportunities for adults to undertake accredited and casual learning

library services and events

support for young people aged 11-25

after school activities and school holiday play schemes

Welsh language classes

support for people with ESOL

redistribution of low-cost quality food to people in need

community projects, e.g litter picks, community health champions, community growing projects

Health and fitness activities

Recycling - collect your green food waste bags from your local Hub

Your Neighbourhood Hub

Central Hub
Pill Millennium Centre, Courtybella Terrace, Newport, NP20 2GH
Email: centralhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Pillgwenlly, Victoria, Stow Hill, Allt Yr Yn

East Hub
282 Ringland Circle, Newport NP19 9PS (the former Ringland community centre)
Email: easthub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Ringland, Alway, Somerton, Lliswerry, Beechwood, St Julians, Langstone, Llanwern

North Hub
Bettws Community Centre, 43 The Precinct, Bettws NP20 7TN
Email: northhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering

Bettws, Caerleon, Malpas, Shaftesbury

West Hub
Maesglas Community Centre, Bideford Road, Newport NP20 3XT
Email: westhub@newport.gov.uk

Covering Tredegar Park, Graig, Gaer, Marshfield, Rogerstone

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Newport's Neighbourhood Hubs offer residents easy access to vital services in local communities. For support and information on current emergency food parcels available please contact 0808 196 3482 or email your local hub. We can provide advice and support if you are at risk of redundancy, have recently been made redundant, furloughed, or are working zero hour contracts.

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Specialist CAMHS is the specialist mental health service for children and young people under the age of 18 years living in Gwent, covering the five boroughs of Newport, Torfaen, Monmouthshire, Blaenau Gwent and Caerphilly.

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EYST - Ethnic Minority and Youth Support Team

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EYST - Ethnic Minority and Youth Support Team

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EYST - Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales - Supporting BME people living in Wales.

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Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales Ethnic Minorities & Youth Support Team was set up in 2005 by a group of ethnic minority young people in Swansea. It aimed to fill a gap in provision for young BME people aged 11-25 by providing a targeted, culturally sensitive and holistic support service to meet their needs.

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Wales' first permanent repair and reuse space

Bringing free repairs and low cost borrows to you!

Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm

Borrow
We host a " Benthyg" library of things filled with new and donated items.

Sign up for free membership and borrow all sorts of items from carpet cleaners to gazebos for a low fee.

Browse our ever-growing Catalogue

We are always looking for good-quality donations for the library of things, please bring in to the store or contact us via the options below.

We have repair sessions from 10am - 1pm throughout the week where you can get items fixed for free by our incredible volunteer repairers.
Saturday - General Workshops and Events
We hold various skill-sharing and creative workshops/events throughout the year. Click here Events to see what's coming up.

We have two membership options available.

Free Standard membership

RE:MAKE membership is £7.50 a month which entitles members to 20% off all borrows and free advanced booking of our repair space, tools, and equipment to do your own repairs or work on a personal project.

You can sign up by clicking membership

If you would like to sign up as a community group please contact us at hello@remakenewport.org.

We are located at 26 Skinner Street, Newport NP20 1HB.

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Wales' first permanent repair and reuse space Bringing free repairs and low cost borrows to you! Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm Borrow We host a " Benthyg" library of things filled with new and donated items. Sign up for free membership and borrow all sorts of items from carpet cleaners to gazebos for a low fee.

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Home - Children, Young People And Families

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Hello, thank you for visiting TGP Cymru's website.

To contact one of our services, please follow the ' What We Do ' tab above and select your preferred service. Contact details and/or online referral forms can be found this way.

Get in touch if you have any queries about our services or any questions about how we may be able to help.

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To contact one of our services, please follow the ' What We Do ' tab above and select your preferred service. Contact details and/or online referral forms can be found this way. Get in touch if you have any queries about our services or any questions about how we may be able to help.

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If you live alone, don't use much water, or are looking to reduce your bill, you might save money by having a water meter installed.

You have the option of switching back to a fixed charge within two years of the meter being installed, if you change your mind.
Find out more

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Your not-for-profit water company | Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water

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If you live alone, don't use much water, or are looking to reduce your bill, you might save money by having a water meter installed. You have the option of switching back to a fixed charge within two years of the meter being installed, if you change your mind.

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mental and physical wellbeing services for adults and vulnerable people

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We support Newport’s Community groups and third sector organisations that provide vital mental and physical wellbeing services for adults and vulnerable people in our diverse communities. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, bringing added value to community planning, networking and engageme…

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Please contact the school office to find out if we have any space in our Breakfast Clubs:

Gaer Primary Email

Maesglas Primary Email

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What is ADHD?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects behaviour and concentration.

Children and young people with ADHD often seem unusually restless, impulsive or distracted. They may speak or act without thinking, struggle with organisation, find it hard to focus or appear to be always on the go. Some people with ADHD do not experience hyperactivity; this used to be called attention deficit disorder (ADD), though the term in no longer used officially.

ADHD is not a mental illness or a learning disability, though children and young people with ADHD may also have other conditions or experience mental health problems.

Living with ADHD can be very challenging, for children and young people as well as for their parents and carers. But the right diagnosis, treatment and support can make a big difference to a child's learning, life skills and relationships, as well as making family life easier. There is also lots you can do as a parent/carer to help your child manage the things they find difficult.

What are the most common symptoms of ADHD?

A child with ADHD may be:

easily distracted, finding it difficult to start or finish tasks

often unable to concentrate

often restless or fidgety

very talkative, often interrupting or blurting things out

impulsive, acting before considering consequences, prone to taking risks

easily angry or frustrated, struggling to deal with emotions

finding making or maintaining friendships difficult

disorganised, for instance often losing things or being late

lacking awareness of time

Every child or young person with ADHD is individual and they may not display all of these behaviours. And many of these traits and behaviours are typical in younger children, or can follow a traumatic experience - they don't necessarily mean your child has ADHD.

Age and gender can also affect how someone with ADHD behaves. This can make it harder to spot signs of ADHD, particularly in girls, who are more likely to be undiagnosed or wrongly diagnosed with other conditions.

Typically the symptoms of ADHD develop in early childhood and they may become particularly noticeable at times of significant change, such as starting or changing school.

What to do if you think your child might have ADHD

If your child frequently experiences some of these symptoms and it's affecting their day-to-day life, discuss your concerns with your child's GP. Before doing this, talk to your child's teacher and the school special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) about what they have noticed.

The GP may want to refer your child for assessment, as ADHD can only be diagnosed by a specialist such as a child and adolescent psychiatrist or paediatrician.

Sometimes parents are reluctant to pursue assessment. They may be worried about 'labelling' their child or about stigma, or they may prefer to watch and wait. These feelings are normal. But parents and young people who do seek diagnosis can find it helps them access the right support; understand and manage challenges; and identify individual strengths.

We have more information about getting support from the GP, CAMHS or school in our guide.

ADHD diagnosis, support and treatment

ADHD assessment is usually done through the specialist Children and Young People's Mental Health Services, commonly referred to as CAMHS.

Diagnosis is most commonly made in childhood, and in the majority of cases, symptoms affecting daily life continue into adulthood.

There is no single, definitive test for ADHD. Specialists will base clinical diagnosis on a combination of observations of your child; discussions and questionnaires (with you and your child); and information from your child's school.

They will consider how long the symptoms have been present; their impact on your child's daily life; and whether they might be due to another condition. The NHS states that approximately 60-80% of children with ADHD have at least one other condition (such as autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, anxiety or behaviour problems), and your child may be given more than one diagnosis.

Support and treatment options

You and your child should be offered support and advice to help manage ADHD in their day-to-day life.

ADHD can also be treated with medication and/or therapies. These should be discussed with you when your child is diagnosed, and are set out in the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines on ADHD.

ADHD can be treated with therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). For more information about therapy, see our parent guide to counselling and therapy.

There are a number of types of medication. These are not a cure for ADHD, and many children do not take them, but they can help manage some of the symptoms. Medication must be prescribed and overseen by a specialist.

You may also be offered ADHD -focussed parent training. This does not mean your parenting is somehow wrong. It is designed to provide support and specific strategies and skills to help you and your child thrive.

Jack is still perennially late, disorganised and impulsive; but he's also energetic, original and creative. The medication is helping him make the most of all of that.

What you can do to support your child with ADHD

Be explicit and consistent about unacceptable behaviour, such as violence. Set appropriate consequences and follow them through, but try to stay calm in the moment to avoid escalation. Dealing with challenging behaviour can be very hard, and our parent guide has helpful advice.

Plan the day so your child knows what to expect. Maintaining regular sleep patterns, physical activity and mealtimes can help your child. Some people find dietary change and/or certain supplements helpful. But the NHS states that there is no clinical evidence for this, and medical advice should be sought first. Our young person's guide has helpful advice on sleep problems.

The impact of ADHD on your child's mental health

Any child or young person can struggle with their mental health and wellbeing, whether or not they have ADHD. This might be caused by things like family change, bullying, exam stress or a traumatic event.

But having ADHD may also mean your child has extra challenges - such as social difficulties, struggling to manage their emotions or getting into trouble at school - that leave them more vulnerable to low self-esteem, anxiety or depression.

Children and young people with ADHD frequently have other developmental or mental health conditions and it is important to ensure they have the appropriate support for these.

As a parent there is a lot you can do to support your child with their wellbeing and mental health:

encourage your child to talk about how they are feeling with you. Our starting a conversation guide has ideas for keeping communication open

if you feel your child may have a mental health problem or another condition alongside ADHD, discuss your concerns with their GP or ADHD specialist.

Working with school if your child has ADHD

ADHD is a special education need (SEN), and it may be referred to as a specific learning difference (SpLD). Your child is entitled to appropriate support to help them thrive socially and educationally. This could include potential adjustments in certain situations, such as extra time or rest breaks for exams, movement breaks in lessons, written instructions for tasks and a seating plan that minimises distractions.

Discuss the diagnosis and needs with the school's SENCO, taking a list of your concerns and background information to the meeting.

Your child may be entitled to an education, health and care plan (EHC plan) which details the support they need and how it will be provided. (The National Autistic Society has helpful information about EHC plans.)

Good communication between you and school can be really helpful in ensuring your child thrives in education and meets their potential. Our parent guide to support has more advice on talking to school or college.

ADHD in teenagers and beyond

If your child is a teenager or young person, their needs and the support you give may well be different from when they were younger. They may like to read our young person's guide to ADHD and mental health. But there are still many ways you can help.

Looking after your own wellbeing

Parenting a child with ADHD can sometimes be isolating, upsetting or exhausting. Sometimes parents feel judged or blamed by others (unjustifiably as parenting does not cause ADHD). It is entirely understandable if you are finding things difficult.

It's important to recognise the impact the situation is having on you, and think about ways you can take care of yourself - including getting support from other people so that you can take some time off. It's okay to ask for help when you need it, and to share your worries with someone you trust. We have advice on looking after yourself as well as your child.

Our son's challenging behaviour with ADHD had an enormous impact on the whole family, as we and his brothers bore the brunt of his anger.

Where to get further support

If you would to speak to a professional adviser or find out more about how you can support your child, these organisations can help.
While we take care to ensure that the organisations we signpost to provide high quality information and advice, we cannot take responsibility for any specific pieces of advice they may offer. We encourage parents and carers to always explore the website of a linked service or organisation to understand who they are and what support they offer before engaging with them.

This page was reviewed in March 2022. It was created with parents and carers with lived experience of supporting their child or young person with ADHD. We will next review the page in 2025. YoungMinds is a proud member of PIF TICK - the UK's quality mark for trusted health information.
Whether you love the page or think something is missing, we appreciate your feedback. It all helps us to support more young people with their mental health.

Please be aware that this form isn't a mental health support service. If your child is in crisis right now and you want to talk to someone urgently, find out who to contact on our urgent help page.

At YoungMinds we take your privacy seriously. If you'd like to read more about how we keep the information we collect safe, take a look at our privacy policy.

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ADHD Support For Your Child | Parents Advice Guide

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If your child is struggling to manage their ADHD, read our tips on what you can do to support them, how to get a diagnosis and where to find help.

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We pride ourselves on being a young person friendly environment and cater to a number of groups working with children and young people.

Part funded by the PCC and BBC children in need, Community youth project works with young people in the area from the age of 6 - 25. Now in it's seventh year of funding it is serving the local young people, providing a space to relax, make new friends and supporting the young people to become active community members. Click here to read more.

Set up to support low income parents and families in providing baby supplies and birth support. For more information email : bundlescymru@gmail.com or contact Sally Ann Evans on: 07432648925

Run by Newport Live, children young people are able to access a day of fun sport activities as well as being fed a wholesome breakfast and lunch during half terms and summer holidays.

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Children and young people - COMMUNITY HOUSE Community House Newport

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We pride ourselves on being a young person friendly environment and cater to a number of groups working with children and young people. Part funded by the PCC and BBC children in need, Community youth project works with young people in the area from the age of 6 - 25.

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Family Engagement opportunities and Parent Workshops take place throughout the school year.

Please keep an eye out for more information in our newsletters:

Gaer Primary Newsletters

Maesglas Primary Newsletters

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The advice and information available to you when dealing with debt is different according to your circumstances.

The Money Advice Service has created a helpful video:
Where can I find help?
Talk to us. Just call 01633 381111 on Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, or ask us a question via an online form. We also have some advice on the website.

There are many external agencies that can help. These include:
Citizens Advice Web Chat
Citizens Advice offers free, independent, confidential and impartial debt advice through their web chat service.
StepChange Debt Charity
0800 138 1111

StepChange Debt Remedy provides you with the expert advice, budget support and solutions to help you manage your debts.

0800 622 61 51

National Debtline offers free debt advice online through its My Money Steps tool and its web guides, fact sheets and sample letters.

0800 280 2816

PayPlan provides the debt advice and support to enable you to take charge of your finances and focus on living again.
Debt Advice Foundation
0800 622 61 51

Debt Advice Foundation is a national debt advice and education charity offering free, confidential support and advice to anyone worried about debt.

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We provide homes in communities where people want to live.

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Pobl - Making a difference to people's lives

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We're a group of companies offering great homes, care and support that make a difference to people's lives.

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Aneurin Bevan Health Board - Children's Healthcare Services

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Aneurin Bevan Health Board - Children's Healthcare Services

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Children’s Healthcare Services - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

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All primary school pupils in Wales are eligible for Free School Meals, but follow this link to see whether you are able to claim for uniform.

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Please note - The provision of Free School Meals vouchers will continue be issued for all eligible pupils during the Easter holidays, May half term break and throughout the Summer holidays. Please ensure that your child's school has the most up to date email address on file in order to receive these vouchers.
Welsh Government has confirmed that the free school meals holiday voucher scheme will continue until the end of the 2021/22 financial year.

The scheme was initially introduced in 2020 to support families during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Families who are entitled to free school meals (FSM) will be issued with vouchers to cover school holidays. These vouchers will be issued via parents' email accounts - please ensure that your child's school has your correct email address.

If you do not have an email address, your voucher will be sent to your child's school where you can arrange to collect it.

Vouchers are also provided to support FSM families who are isolating.

There is no application process, vouchers will be issued to each eligible child.

If parents have any queries, they should contact their school in the first instance or education.business@newport.gov.uk if schools are closed.

If you receive certain benefits your children may be entitled to free school meals - read Welsh Government guidance on entitlement to free school meals.

Pupils receiving free school meals are entitled to either a main meal or a selection from the snack bar service.
Apply for free school meals
Or download and complete the free school meal application (pdf)

Forms are also available from the housing benefit office, email benefits@newport.gov.uk, or from schools in term time.

Applications should be made by the end of the summer term so that they can be processed for the start of the new school year.

Applications can be made at any time during the year if there is a change in circumstances.

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This page explains who may be entitled to free school meals and how to apply for free school meals and uniform grant. Children and young people are entitled to free school meals if their parents or carers receive certain benefits.

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Gaer and Maesglas Primary Schools use a cashless system called ParentPay. Please contact the school office for your username information.

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ParentPay is the leading online payment service for schools. Cashless payments & dinner money administration for schools, families & local authorities.

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The Discretionary Assistance Fund provides 2 types of grant that you do not need to pay back.

Emergency Assistance Payment (EAP)

A grant to help pay for essential costs, such as food, gas, electricity, clothing or emergency travel if you:

are experiencing extreme financial hardship

have lost your job

have applied for benefits and are waiting for your first payment

You cannot use it to pay for ongoing bills that you cannot afford to pay.

Individual Assistance Payment (IAP)

A grant to help you or someone you care for live independently in their home or a property that you or they are moving into.

What you can use the grant for

Use the grant to pay for:

a fridge, cooker or washing machine and other 'white goods'

home furniture such as beds, sofas and chairs

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The Discretionary Assistance Fund provides 2 types of grant that you do not need to pay back.

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We are a leading housing association providing affordable homes for tenants in South East Wales.

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Will you provide help and hope to families living with dementia this Christmas?

Your donation will enable Alzheimer's Society to be there for families in need this Christmas.

Vital services like our Dementia Support Line provide expert advice and comfort to people whose lives are being devastated by dementia.

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From day one of dementia, we'll be right here with you. For support and advice. For pushing for change, and for life-changing treatments and care.

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As part of our Care Closer to Home strategy, we offer a number of expert healthcare services in your local community.

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JFS Cluster Attendance Policy October 2022

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FoodCycle Newport - More than a Food bank | Free Food homeless charity

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Week in, week out, we nourish the hungry and lonely in our communities at FoodCycle Newport with delicious meals and great conversation.

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Attendance Matters

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Parents and carers have a legal responsibility to ensure their child attends school regularly.

Children who miss school can fall behind with their work and do less well in exams.

Download Newport City Council's School Attendance Policy (pdf)

Schools are open to pupils 190 days of the year which allows 175 days for holidays, rest and non-urgent appointments.

Good attendance means that pupils have the best chance to:

keep up with school work

meet their expected progress

meet friends to learn and play with

learn good habits for adult life like regular attendance and arriving on time

Fixed penalty notices

In September 2014 Wales introduced a fixed penalty notice and fines for parents whose children have five days of unauthorised absence.

The notice can be issued for any absences not authorised by the school, including holidays.

Newport City Council will issue these notices when concerns are raised by school or the police.

The fine is £120 unless paid within 28 days when it is £60.

Download the council's Guide to Education Fixed Penalty Notices (pdf)

Download the Education Fixed Penalty Notices Local Code of Conduct (pdf)

School leaving date

The school leaving date for pupils in year 11 is the last Friday in June of that academic year.

After this date a young person can legally obtain full-time employment.

Contact

If your child is absent from school for any reason please contact the school to explain.

For help and advice email education.business@newport.gov.uk or telephone (01633) 656656

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We work closely with Liberty Church and the Fair share Cooperative.

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For the full calendar of REGULAR WEEKLY GATHERINGS, click the link below:

We would love to hear what God has done for you.

We would love to be praying with you.

ONLINE
GIVING

Thank you for your generosity!

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For the full calendar of REGULAR WEEKLY GATHERINGS, click the link below: We would love to hear what God has done for you. We would love to be praying with you. ONLINE GIVING Thank you for your generosity!

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Compass Cymru, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest food and support services firm, announced its three-year partnership with Llamau in October 2021.

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We work closely with our local churches, you can find information here.

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Copyright © 2007-2023 The Representative Body of the Church in Wales. All Rights Reserved. Registered Charity Number: 1142813

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Raven House Trust supports families with food and furniture. Please visit their website for details.

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We have links with Gaer Baptist Church, here is a link to their website.

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Find information about the Newport Foodbank run by the Trussell Trust here.

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Your local food banks work with referral agencies to issue food vouchers to those in need of emergency food in times of crisis.

Getting a Food Voucher

We provide a minimum of three days' nutritionally balanced, tinned and dried food donated by the local community.

What's in a Food Parcel?

Food banks provide emergency food on presentation of a voucher. Our trained volunteers will offer a warm welcome...

Visiting a food bank

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Your local food banks work with referral agencies to issue food vouchers to those in need of emergency food in times of crisis. Getting a Food Voucher We provide a minimum of three days' nutritionally balanced, tinned and dried food donated by the local community. What's in a Food Parcel?