Friday 23rd May 2025 - come along and join us for a coffee 'n' catch up - meet other parents ands carers and build our community.

Connexions post GCSE Event

Our post GCSE event is being held at The Forum on Friday 22^nd August. As usual we will have local providers in attendance. In addition this year we will also be having a drop in opportunity for all young people at The Forum starting Tuesday 26^th and continuing until Friday 29^th August between 10am – 2pm everyday where advisers will be available to offer 1-2-1 advice and guidance for anyone who needs additional help.

Southend Adult Community College invite for EHE Parents:

We know that supporting your child through their GCSE Maths revision can sometimes feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone!

Our FREE course is designed to give parents and carers the confidence, tools, and practical strategies to help their child build maths skills, reduce exam stress, and feel prepared for success.

👩‍🏫 Who is this for?
✔️ Parents & carers of Year 11 students preparing for GCSE Maths
✔️ Home-schooling families looking for structured maths support
✔️ Parents of 16-19 learners who need extra help with numeracy skills

📚 What You’ll Learn:
🔢 The key GCSE Maths topics—explained simply
📝 Easy-to-follow revision techniques you can use at home
🎯 Confidence-boosting strategies to reduce exam stress
🎲 Fun, practical ways to make maths more engaging
🏡 How to integrate learning into everyday activities

💡 No previous maths experience is needed—just a willingness to support your child in a fun and stress-free way!

📅 Course Details:

Friday 4th April 2025

12:00pm - 14:00pm (1 off session)

💰 Completely FREE!

This is a fantastic opportunity to feel more prepared and give your child the support they need to succeed in their exams. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

🔗 Reserve your spot now: https://form.jotform.com/250582346295361

In collaboration with Southend Museums why not join us on World Book Day at Prittlewell Priory Visitor Centre from 11:30am-1:30pm - dress up as your favourite book character and join in with some fun activities - we look forward to seeing you there!

As part of the Southend City Day celebrations, Southend Museums are holding a Gardening wellbeing event - everyone is welcome 12pm-2pm - FREE refreshments and all equipment will be provided. Email museums@southend.gov.uk to register your interest.

Two engagement sessions for Parents to help shape the future for young people with SEND.

Face to Face - Tuesday 4th February from 1pm - 2.30pm - Civic Centre, Jubilee Room

Online - Wednesday 5th February 7pm - 8pm

For more information - www.livewellsouthend.com/pfa

Ipeco are holding an Open Evening at 4:30pm on Thursday 20th February 2025. Please contact trainingcentre@ipeco.com for more information or to book your place.

To find out more or book your space please contact Amanda Restell directly on: admin@amandarestellacademy.com or 01702 712000

Between 2nd December 2024 to 31st January 2025 the Home to School Travel Assistance Consultation will take place and they are looking for Parents, Carers, Young People and professionals views - to get involved email: consultations@southend.gov.uk