At Preston School, we know that some children help to look after someone they love at home. This could be a parent, grandparent, brother, sister or another family member.
Being a young carer is something to be proud of, but we also understand that it can sometimes feel difficult or overwhelming. We want every child to feel happy, supported and able to enjoy school. Our Young Carers Team is here to listen, help and make sure no child feels they have to manage on their own.
A young carer is someone under the age of 18 who helps care for a family member who has:
Young carers may help by:
Every young carer’s role is different, and no job is too small to matter.
Sometimes children don’t realise they are young carers because helping at home has always been part of everyday life.
Your child may benefit from extra support if they:
Every child is different, so they may not show any of these signs. If you’re unsure, we’re always happy to have a chat.
Our Young Carers Team is here to make sure children feel safe, listened to and supported.
We can offer:
We want every young carer to have the same opportunities as everyone else—to learn, play, make friends and achieve their very best.
If you think your child may be a young carer, or if you would like to find out more, please complete the form using the link below or speak to a member of our Young Carers Team. We’re here to help.
https://forms.gle/KYgBsMgaKenXdrjp6
If you would like to read more about young carers and the support and services available please take a look at our wellbeing section.
https://somersetcarers.org/who-can-help-you/somerset-young-carers/
Somerset Council provides support, advice and respite breaks for children and young people under 18 who provide or intend to provide care for another person.
Carers Trust works to transform the lives of carers who provide unpaid care for family members or friends. We partner with its network of local carer organisations to provide funding and support, deliver innovative and evidence-based programmes and raise awareness and influence policy. Our vision is that unpaid carers are heard and valued, with access to support, advice and resources to enable them to live fulfilled lives.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/young-carers
Young people with caring responsibilities have all the challenges of being young, with all the responsibilities of being an adult, and they’re often left to face these alone. Bernardo’s Young Carers site provides support.
https://sidekick.actionforchildren.org.uk
Two years ago, we launched Sidekick for young carers. In that time, we have seen how many young people needed our help. Now, we are open to all young people in the UK. If you’re a young carer, you can still take our quiz and explore our advice hub – and of course, message us for support!
