The Children's Centre has changed and is now called Family Hubs - they have a universal offer, are free to all families, and are 'the front door for families to find the right support'. Their aim is to relieve some of the pressures from SPOA and support local families with worries or problems they might have regarding their children or aspects of parenting. There are many programmes and webinars available for families to access as well as different groups to attend, which are accessible all year round.

More information can be found at www.openforparents.org.uk

Holiday food and fun is back for the Easter holidays! East Sussex Holiday Activities and Food Programme · Eequ

Otherwise known as the HAF programme, this initiative is funded by the Department for Education and is now in its fourth year. It is all set to provide more enriching activities this Easter, free of charge for children who receive benefits-related free school meals. The programme ensures that children can have fun, eat healthily, and socialise with their peers during the school holidays of Easter, summer and winter.

There are activities for young people in Reception to Year 11 inclusive. A meal is provided at each session for everyone who attends. To see what’s on offer and to book a session, parents should click on the ‘List of holiday clubs’ button on our Holiday food and fun webpage.

Please note a paper copy of this letter is coming home with your child this week.

A paper version of this letter will be coming home today with your child.

Best wishes

The Meridian Team