Helpful Links
Click on the tabs below to find useful links in that area.
Anything regarding medical/diagnosis based support needs to come from GP.
ADHDAutism DyslexiaDyspraxiaEarly YearsHealthy LifestyleMental Health and WellbeingParenting SupportPhonicsPhysicalSocial and Emotional SupportSpeech and Language
The ADHD Foundation
The ADHD Foundation works in partnership with individuals, families, doctors, teachers and other agencies to improving emotional well being, educational attainment, behaviour and life chances through better understanding and self management of ADHD, ASD and related learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, Irlen’s Syndrome, dyscalculia and Tourette’s Syndrome.
Information on Autism
The leading charity in the West Midlands for people with autism.
Strategies to help reduce sensory overload.
Information on dyslexia.
Dyslexia Action is a national charity and the UK’s leading provider of services and support for people with dyslexia and literacy difficulties.
A useful guide for parents and families
A list of useful website to support parents and families
Information on dyspraxia
Support for Child Development
Activity ideas for 0-5 years.
Activity ideas and video support for 2-3 year olds.
Support for Speech and Language.
Places to go, things to see and do in Staffordshire.
Support for parents with children’s speech and Language skills.
Support with looking after your children teeth (including dummy advice).
Support with improving children’s sleep.
Early years Playwise video Workshop provides advise to support development in play, positioning, eating, dressing, toileting, toothbrushing – teaching necessary skills to be school ready.
Hungry Little Minds – Communication Development Support and Advice
Would you or your family like to be healthier and happier? Would you like loads of ideas, recipes and games to help you do this? Then you already know why you should join Change4Life.
A Staffordshire service which parents and schools can make referrals for additional emotional support services.
A national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children, advice about depression, eating disorders, and other mental health issues affecting children, see website for details.
A comprehensive source of information for young people, parents and professionals about the range of mental health difficulties and disorders that may be encountered during childhood and adolescence.
A map of how we support all children at Burton Manor regarding Social Emotional Mental Health.
A map of how we support all children at Burton Manor regarding Social Emotional Mental Health.
Information/ videos for practical tips to support wellbeing and behaviours
Autism central have lots of online events such as supporting the siblings of neurodiverse children’s wellbeing at home, responding to meltdowns vs shutdowns, signposting, and lots more. Most events are held online.
Advice on a variety of aspects of parenting.
Advice and support for all areas of parenting.
A useful website to support phonics
Information to support children struggling with fine/gross motor problems.
‘Life challenges our children or those under our care in many different ways. How can we as parents and carers support them emotionally? We have some resources that may help you provide them with the support and understanding that they need.’
‘Life challenges our children or those under our care in many different ways. How can we as parents and carers support them emotionally? We have some resources that may help you provide them with the support and understanding that they need.’
Not Fine in School supports families whose children struggle with school attendance due to SEND needs, health issues, bullying, trauma, or unsuitable school environments. They provide a large peer‑support community, practical resources, and take part in research to raise awareness of these issues. The group challenges simplistic attendance campaigns and emphasises that children need understanding, wellbeing support, and appropriate help—not blame.
Talking Point gives parents/carers and practitioners the information they need to help children develop their speech, language and communication skills. If a child has difficulty with speaking, they may need help, or they may struggle in nursery or school. With the right help, they can develop the skills they need.
Stoke Speaks Out has a variety of resources that can help but also a excellent list of useful links you might find useful.