At Lytham Hall Park Primary School and Nursery we recognise that many of our children and families may require additional support throughout their school journey. This is often referred to as Early Help. The purpose of Early Help is to support children and families when difficulties and needs arise. Early Help may be delivered at any point in your child’s life about any issue which is impacting or could affect their development and well-being, including education and health.

In school our Early Help offer starts with the class teacher, we have an open door policy for you to raise concerns and seek support. If the class teacher feels they cannot address your needs they may suggest you speak with another member of staff in school such as the Pastoral Lead, SENCO or a DSL.

We may identify that children need additional intervention in school to support their Early Help needs some of the support may include:

• Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) intervention
• Speech and Language Support (SALT)
• Nurture provision
• Social, Emotional or Mental Health (SEMH) intervention
• Lego Therapy
• Sensory circuits
• Friendship support intervention
• 1:1 counselling
• Support from outside agencies such as The Den, NEST, and Victim Support.

Lytham Hall Park Primary School and Nursery work closely with the children and family wellbeing service, family hubs, School Nurse team and CAMHS these are community services that can offer additional support for your family. School have access to outreach behaviour support through Stepping Stones Pupil referral unit (PRU).

At Lytham Hall Park Primary School and Nursery we are able to support families in various ways our Pastoral Lead has a weekly drop in where you can seek support. At times, families may require an Early Help Assessment (EHA) this allows us together to consider all your family’s needs and plan actions to support you to address those needs. If you require further information or support please contact Mrs Howcroft, Pastoral Lead. 

The Coastal Collective

We are proud to be part of The Coastal Collective, a partnership of local schools in Lytham St Annes working together to support children, families and the wider community. The Coastal Collective brings schools together to share expertise, resources and specialist staff so that we can offer wider support beyond the classroom.

How This Benefits Our School Community

Supporting Children with Additional Needs
Through the Collective, we can access specialist services and targeted support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, including social, emotional and mental health needs.

Promoting Health and Well-being
The partnership provides programmes and activities that strengthen resilience, confidence and positive relationships, supporting both pupils and their families.

Strengthening Families and Community Links
The Coastal Collective offers opportunities such as family support services, community groups and shared initiatives that help create a safe, connected and supportive local community. Being part of The Coastal Collective allows us to enhance the care and provision we offer, ensuring every child and family has access to the support they need to thrive.

The Coastal Collective - link to website