Contact Mrs Verhiest, Headteacher, and Mrs Hawkins, Family Support Officer, are on the gate daily or you can phone school 02392 829339 or email Mrs Verhiest via [email protected] marking it for the attention of the Headteacher, or email Mrs Hawkins at [email protected].
Cost of Living Hub
Portsmouth City Council has established a comprehensive Cost of Living Hub that provides information and guidance on accessing support for essential expenses such as food, energy bills, and travel. Residents can also find advice on health and wellbeing services. For personalised assistance, you can contact the Cost of Living Helpline at 023 9284 1047, available weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm (closing at 4:30 pm on Fridays). Portsmouth City Council.
Household Support Fund
The Household Support Fund is designed to help vulnerable residents with daily costs like food and energy bills. The current phase runs from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Eligibility criteria include having a total net household income from earnings and pensions (excluding benefits and tax credits) below £1,800 per month (or £1,662 per 4 weeks). To apply for a Living Costs Payment, visit the application portal: Portsmouth City Council.
Help for People in Financial Hardship
Portsmouth City Council offers a directory of services providing support to individuals experiencing financial difficulties. This includes assistance with debt management, budgeting advice, and access to emergency funds. More information can be found on their website: Portsmouth City Council.
Home-Start Portsmouth
Home-Start Portsmouth provides support to families dealing with the cost of living crisis, offering practical assistance and resources to help manage financial pressures. Learn more about their services on their website: H Sports Mouth.
HIVE Portsmouth
HIVE Portsmouth has compiled a list of organisations that can assist with rising running costs and other financial challenges. This includes support for employees and access to funding opportunities. Details are available on their website: HIVE Portsmouth.
Holiday Activity and Food Programme
Funded by the Department of Education to support free school meal families, the HAF programme has been rolled out across the country to support lower income families during the school holidays: HAF Fun Pompey – Holiday Activities and Food programme < Portsmouth Local Offer.
Support with Wraparound Care
As a school we are always looking to support and help our children and families. If you require support with the cost of wraparound care please speak to Mrs Verhiest, Headteacher, and Mrs Hawkins, Family Support Officer, are on the gate daily or you can phone school 02392 829339 or email Mrs Verhiest via [email protected] marking it for the attention of the Headteacher, or email Mrs Hawkins at [email protected].
Support with After School Clubs
As a school we are always looking to support and help our children and families. If you require support with the cost of after school clubs please speak to Mrs Verhiest, Headteacher, and Mrs Hawkins, Family Support Officer, are on the gate daily or you can phone school 02392 829339 or email Mrs Verhiest via [email protected] marking it for the attention of the Headteacher, or email Mrs Hawkins at [email protected].
Support with Activities, Trips and Music Lessons
As a school we are always looking to support and help our children and families. If you require support with the cost of school activities please speak to Mrs Verhiest, Headteacher, and Mrs Hawkins, Family Support Officer, are on the gate daily or you can phone school 02392 829339 or email Mrs Verhiest via [email protected] marking it for the attention of the Headteacher, or email Mrs Hawkins at [email protected].