Maybe a child at secondary school is frequently truanting. Her brother is being bullied at junior school. Dad has left home and mum works but is having problems with childcare. There are no other family members to help out. The situation is beginning to spiral out of control. At the moment, getting help means contacting different agencies and individuals, in different locations. It's a hassle, takes time and meanwhile things go from bad to worse.
But what if all the relevant services were available in one place, and in a warm, familiar and welcoming environment? It would be easy for families and children, including those not attending school (for whatever reason), to get the help they need. That is our vision for extended schools.
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