Parents and Carers
Welcome to the Parents and Carers section of our website, which aims to help you find everything you might need to support your child’s schooling, all in one central place.
Parents and Carers: Supporting your Child
Parenting
We know how challenging parenting is and we want to support you to be the best parents you can be. Here are some resources to help you manage your children’s wellbeing and behaviour, and support your family life.
See, Hear, Respond
A rapid support service for children and young people affected by the coronavirus crisis.
Gambling-like Risks in Games
Understanding gambling-like risks in games – a family guide by Parent Zone.
Health and Wellbeing
At Whalley Range 11–18 High school we are committed to supporting and developing the wellbeing of our students. Our students are provided with a wide range of activities to support their physical and emotional health. The IMatter curriculum places emphasis on each student as an individual.Inclusion and SEN (Special Educational Needs)
The Inclusion Faculty is a multi-faceted support network within the school that provides support for students and their families.LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus other related identities)
At Whalley Range 11-18 High School we are committed to establishing a safe and welcoming environment, where everybody feels comfortable to be themselves.
Safeguarding and Reporting Concerns
We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare and expect all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and maintain a constant vigilant and safe environment.
Supporting Students with SEND
Our SEND Report provides information for parents/carers of children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and all those who support children with additional needs.
Supporting Young People Online
Information and advice for parents and carers on supporting young people online.
Young Carers
At Whalley Range 11-18 High School, we facilitate respite and support for students with a caring role.School Closures
If the school is closed for any emergency reason, we will send a text message and an email message to all the parent/carer details that we hold on our student records. It is therefore very important that you keep us up to date with any changes to your mobile phone number or email address. Information will also be available on the school’s website and an answerphone message will be left on the main telephone number (0161 861 9727). In addition, for short notice closures due to severe weather, local radio stations will be informed.
Requesting Information
If you would like a paper copy of any information published on this website please contact the school.
Parent View
An online questionnaire for you to give your view about this school at any time of the year. At the time of an Ofsted inspection, parents are also invited to give inspectors their views using Parent View.
