Young Carers
Support for Young Carers
We are proud to work in partnership with Cheshire Young Carers to support pupils in our school.
Cheshire Young Carers is a charitable organisation which provides additional support and opportunities for children who have caring responsibilities at home. Through the work of this charity, pupils can access residential excursions, trips, group support sessions and activities during school holidays.
As a result of the strength of our partnership with Cheshire Young Carers and the outstanding support we offer at Hoole, we attained the prestigious Gold level of the Young Carers in Education Award in September 2025.
This award places our school in an exclusive group recognised for our commitment to improving the life chances of children who are young carers.
More information about Cheshire Young Carers can be accessed via the link: https://www.cheshireyoungcarers.org/about-us
Our School Champion for Young Carers is Colette Williamson. Ms Williamson can be contacted at [email protected]
About Cheshire Young Carers & Their Work with Hoole C of E Primary School
Cheshire Young Carers is a charity dedicated to identifying and supporting children and young people who help care for a family member.
They work closely with schools across Cheshire, including Hoole C of E Primary School, to ensure that young carers are recognised and receive the support they need to thrive both academically and personally. They offer various forms of assistance, from one-to-one support to group activities and respite opportunities.
How to Make a Referral to Cheshire Young Carers
If you are a family member, or if you know a child or young person at Hoole C of E Primary School who you believe is a young carer and could benefit from their support, making a referral is a straightforward process. We encourage you to reach out so they can assess their needs and offer appropriate assistance.
Here's how to make a referral:
1. Contact Them Directly: The easiest way to start is to get in touch with their friendly team.
You can do this by:
· Phone: Call them on 0151 356 3176
· Email: Send an email to [email protected]
· Website: Visit their website at www.cheshireyoungcarers.org and look for the "Referral" or "Contact Us" section.
2. Assessment Process: Once they receive your referral, a member of their team will get in touch with school to arrange an education assessment. This is a chance for them to learn more about the young person's unique circumstances and for them to understand how Cheshire Young Carers can help. This assessment is always conducted sensitively and with the young person's well-being at its heart.
Cheshire Young Carers are here to help and support young carers and their families. Please do not hesitate to reach out.
For further information regarding our activities programme updates, please contact Victoria Hoey at [email protected] , and she will be happy to help.