Being a Bracknell parent or carer isn’t always easy, and those looking for some advice and support are invited to attend a programme of free parenting workshops.
Bracknell Forest Council’s extended services team offers a variety of events throughout September, October and November.
‘Helping children develop good peer relationships’ is the theme for the first workshop, and parents will be offered advice on supporting their children as they learn to relate to others in a positive way. The session takes place at Crown Wood Primary School on Thursday, September 23, between 12.45pm and 2.45pm.
The second event is called ‘Dealing with difficult behaviour’ and explores ways parents can develop a positive relationship with their children. It takes place between 7pm and 9pm on Thursday, October 7, at Wooden Hill Primary School.
On Thursday, November 4, ‘Setting boundaries’ and setting clear limits for children to build positive relationships will be explored. The venue for this is Harmans Water Primary School, Bracknell and the session takes place from 12.45pm to 2.45pm.
The final workshop of the year – ‘Sex and relationships’ – offers information and skills for talking to your child about sex and relationships. The session is at Crown Wood Primary School on Thursday, November 18, from 7pm-9pm.
Janette Karklins, Bracknell director of Children, Young People and Learning, said: We are very aware of the importance of fathers, mothers and other carers in raising healthy and happy children. We also know there are times when parents may need some extra support. Often that support is found through family and friends, but help is also available locally through schools, children’s centres, health workers and the council’s extended services team.”
Cllr Alan Kendall, executive member for Bracknell education, said: Extended services brings together key services in one place making it easier for parents and carers to get the help and support that they and their children need.
"They will ensure that educational and health professionals work together to create the best possible care, support and education for children and families in Bracknell Forest."
Although booking for each session isn’t essential, it is preferred. Call 01344 354067 to book and find out more.
Bracknell Forest Council