Starting secondary school
Take a look at our animations to support you and your child as they make the move to secondary school.
If your child is starting at secondary school in September, they’re probably experiencing a mix of emotions right now. Maybe they’re excited, but they’re probably a bit nervous and worried too.
To support you and them at this time, we have created two animations that you can watch together.
This first animation looks at ways in which you, as a parent or carer, can support your child:
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Show this video to your child to help them to feel prepared for their first day of secondary school:
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More tips for them are available on Health for Teens.
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust runs a confidential secure text messaging service for parents called ChatHealth.
The service operates Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, excluding bank holidays. All texts will be responded to by a public health nurse (health visitor/school nurse) within 24 hours. Outside of the service working hours, you’ll receive a message back to inform you that your text will be responded to once the line reopens.
Should you require urgent health advice in the meantime, please contact your GP, visit an NHS walk-in centre or call NHS 111. For emergencies, dial 999 or visit A&E.
Leicester City: text 07520 615 381
Leicestershire & Rutland: text 07520 615 382
