At Marwood Primary School, we work in partnership with families to support every child to thrive both in and out of school. We have gathered together a range of websites and organisations that provide helpful advice, support and resources for parents and carers.

We hope you find these links useful.

Online Safety

Helping children stay safe online is a shared responsibility. The websites below offer practical advice, guides and resources for parents.

• Thinkuknow – Online safety advice and activities for children and families.
  https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk

• Internet Matters – Expert guidance on social media, gaming, parental controls and digital wellbeing.
  https://www.internetmatters.org

• Childnet – Information and resources to help children use technology safely.
  https://www.childnet.com

• NSPCC Online Safety Hub – Advice on keeping children safe online, including managing devices and social media.
  https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety

• Childline – Support for children and young people when they need someone to talk to.
  https://www.childline.org.uk

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Supporting children's emotional wellbeing is just as important as supporting their academic learning.

• YoungMinds – Advice and support for parents concerned about their child's mental health.
  https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent

• Action for Children – Parenting advice and information on family support services.
  https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk

• Children and Family Health Devon – Information and support for children's health and wellbeing across Devon.
  https://childrenandfamilyhealthdevon.nhs.uk

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

These organisations provide information, guidance and support for children and families with additional needs.

• Devon SEND Local Offer – Information about services, support and opportunities available across Devon.
  https://www.devon.gov.uk/educationandfamilies/send-local-offer

• Devon Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) – Independent advice for children, young people and parents.
  https://devonias.org.uk

• Contact – National charity supporting families with disabled children.
  https://contact.org.uk

Learning at Home

These websites offer high-quality educational resources and activities to support learning beyond the classroom.

English and Reading

• Oxford Owl – Free eBooks, reading advice and learning activities.
  https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk

• BBC Bitesize – Curriculum-linked learning resources for all primary age groups.
  https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

Maths

• Topmarks – Interactive maths games and activities.
  https://www.topmarks.co.uk

• ICT Games – Fun educational games for younger children.
  https://ictgames.com

• Times Tables Rock Stars – For pupils with school logins.
  https://ttrockstars.com

• Numbots – For pupils with school logins.
  https://numbots.com

Wider Curriculum

• National Geographic Kids – Engaging articles, videos and activities covering science, geography and the natural world.
  https://kids.nationalgeographic.com

• BBC Bitesize – Resources across all subjects.
  https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

Attendance and Education

Good attendance helps children achieve their full potential. The following websites offer information and guidance for families.

• Department for Education (DfE) – National guidance relating to education and attendance.
  https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education

• Devon County Council Education Services – Information about education, school admissions and support services in Devon.
  https://www.devon.gov.uk/educationandfamilies

If you have any questions about your child's attendance, please contact the school office. We are always happy to help.

Family Support in Devon

Families sometimes need additional support, advice or guidance. The following organisations may be helpful.

• Devon Family Hubs – Support services for children, young people and families.
  https://www.devon.gov.uk/educationandfamilies/family-hubs

• Citizens Advice – Free, confidential and impartial advice on a wide range of issues.
  https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk

• Healthier Together – Trusted NHS advice for common childhood illnesses and when to seek medical help.
  https://www.what0-18.nhs.uk/devon

Marwood Recommends

Our staff regularly recommend these websites to support children's learning and wellbeing:

⭐ BBC Bitesize – https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
⭐ Oxford Owl – https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk
⭐ Times Tables Rock Stars – https://ttrockstars.com
⭐ Numbots – https://numbots.com
⭐ Internet Matters – https://www.internetmatters.org
⭐ Devon Libraries – https://www.librariesunlimited.org.uk

Need Further Support?

If you cannot find the information you need, please contact the school office. We will do our best to signpost you to appropriate services and sources of support.

Telephone: 01271 850395
Email: marwood@thsp.org.uk

Together, we can help every child flourish.