Young Carers

Young Carers

Meeting the needs of Young Carers at The King Edmund School.

At KES we are aware that some of our students are young carers. A young carer is someone under 18 who is caring for or looking after a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or addiction problems. They often take on practical and/or emotional caring responsibilities that would normally be expected of an adult. Research suggests there are at least 800,000 young carers in the UK but many do not realise they are a young carer.

We know that young carers may need a little extra support to enjoy and do well at school and we are committed to ensuring that all students who are young carers are identified, and supported effectively.

Our Young Carers Lead provides support so that all of our young people have the same life opportunities as their peers to achieve their full potential. KES provide support with homework, coursework, peer support, organisation, worries and concerns and provide a listening ear.

If you are a parent of a child at KES and you think your child might be a young carer, or could be affected by any of the issues we’ve highlighted, please let us know by completing the online form below. Any information that is given to us will be treated sensitively and no information will be shared without your knowledge.

If you are a young carer at KES and would like some support, please see Miss Farrell in B3 at one of the drop in times above.

For further information, please email: michellefarrell@kes.essex.sch.uk. 

KES Young Carer Parent Letter.pdf