Family Support
At Richard Cloudesley School, we recognise that supporting our pupils means supporting their families too. Our Parent Support Programme is designed to help parents and carers feel confident, informed and connected throughout their child’s journey with us.
Above all, our Parent Support Programme aims to build positive, trusting relationships that empower families and help every child thrive.
Richard Cloudesley Parent Programme
College Transition Workshop
A session to help families understand the transition from school to college, including pathways, support available, and how to prepare for the next stage of education.
Person‑Centred Active Support (PCAS)
An introduction to a framework that helps children with learning disabilities or autism develop independence, make choices, and improve quality of life. Led by the Occupational Therapy team.
Communication Books – Autism Support
A practical workshop exploring how communication books can support children with autism to express themselves and participate more fully. Delivered by the Speech and Language Therapy team.
Sleep & Postural Management
Guidance from the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams on supporting healthy sleep routines and maintaining safe, comfortable posture throughout the day and night.
Supporting Choice & Control Using Communication Aids
A focused workshop on how communication aids can help children make choices and take an active role in daily activities. Delivered by Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy.
Toilet Training
Strategies and personalised approaches from the Occupational Therapy team to help families support their child with toilet training.
Movement, Postural Management & Good Seating
Information from the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams on why movement and correct seating are essential for comfort, health, and participation.
Sensory Processing
An introduction to sensory processing differences, how they may affect a child’s daily experience, and practical ways to support regulation. Led by Occupational Therapy.
Helping Your Child Be Active at Mealtimes
A Person‑Centred Active Support session offering ideas to encourage involvement, independence, and positive engagement during meals. Led by Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy.
Puberty & Growing Up
A workshop to help parents understand and support the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty.
Emotional Regulation & the Zones of Regulation
An overview of the Zones of Regulation framework and strategies to help children recognise, understand and manage their emotions.
Managing Transitions for Travel – Autism Support
Practical advice to help families prepare children with autism for travelling, including routines, visual supports and reducing anxiety.
Managing Behaviour in the Community – Autism Support
Guidance for supporting positive behaviour while out in the community, with strategies tailored for children with autism.
Benefits and Welfare Rights: Transition to Adult Social Care
Information for families on financial support, entitlements, and planning for the move into adult social care services.
Online Safety
A session exploring how to keep children safe online, including managing risks, privacy, and safe digital habits.
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
An overview of how Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services work, what support is available, and how families can access help.