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  1. Islington Lifelong Links

    Support for looked after children and care experienced young people aged 14-25 Islington Lifelong Links is a new and exciting project for looked after children and care experienced young people aged 14–25. It’s a great way of creating a positive, lasting support network to help…
  2. The role of a SEND Keyworker

    SEN Keyworkers in our SEN Team coordinate the assessment and placement of children and young people with SEND. We have a Primary Team (0 to year 6), Secondary Team (Year 7 to 12) and a Year 13 and above Progression team. The SEND Keyworkers are linked…
  3. Bright Start New Parents Group

    The Bright Start New Parents Group is available to all parents in Islington who have babies under 4 months old.  The group is a welcoming and friendly space where new parents have the opportunity to meet other new parents in their local area. It is…
  4. SEND Parent Parliament - October 2023

    In October we asked the SEND Parent Parliament: What does Islington do well in supporting children with SEND? What are your concerns about SEND in Islington? What needs to change/happen to improve SEND in Islington? The results have been collated below. Islington’s SEN profile has…
  5. 11 by 11

    What is 11 by 11?   11 by 11 is a free programme of creative and cultural activities for children, young people and teachers.   It is a borough wide commitment for schools, cultural organisations and council services to work together to ensure the access…
  6. Adult Social Care Policies and Procedures

    Tri.x is our system for hosting all national and local Adult Social Care policies, procedures, guidance and resources. It is web based so can be accessed by all staff whether they are employed by Islington or not. It can also be accessed by the public…
  7. Islington mental health and resilience in schools (iMHARS)

    The inspiration for Islington mental health and resilience in schools  (iMHARS came while thinking about why schools pick particular interventions, what they aim to achieve, and how they monitor them. Resilience programmes, mindfulness lessons, nurture groups and therapy services are becoming increasingly popular and widespread, but…
  8. Grow my Brain: your baby's development

    Baby development Research shows that babies who feel safe and secure experience better brain development, even when they're still inside their mother’s tummy. Watch these eight short videos for ideas of loving interactions you can do with your baby, before and after they’re born, to…
  9. World of Work video resources

    Take a look at the videos in this section If you need support in finding a specific resource or creating your own, please email WorldofWork@Islington.gov.uk and we will do our best to help you. This section is currently under construction.
  10. World of Work resources for primary schools

    Resources for primary schools We have selected some of the best resources to support you on your career journey. These can be used independently by young people or by schools or community groups as part of a lesson. If you need support in finding a specific…
  11. STEM activities for primary schools

    Want to find out more about working in STEM? You can find out more about a range of local employers in STEM in the sections below.  To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your school or community group, please click…
  12. STEM activities for secondary schools

    Want to find out more about working in STEM? You can find out more about a range of local employers in STEM in the sections below.  To book free activities for young people aged 11 - 18 at your school or community group, please click…
  13. Activities for secondary schools

    World of Work activities for secondary schools The World of Work programme offers a range of careers activities in partnership with a number of employer partners, all free for schools and community groups working with Islington young people to book. Our careers activities support schools achieving…
  14. Activities for primary schools

    World of Work activities for primary schools The World of Work programme offers a range of careers activities in partnership with a number of employer partners, all free for schools and community groups working with Islington young people to book. Our careers activities support primary schools…
  15. Supported Internships for Young People with SEND

    Supported internships are structured, work-based study programmes designed to assist young individuals who require additional support in transitioning to full-time, paid employment. Geared towards those between the ages of 16 and 24 with an Education, Health, and Care plan, supported internships aim to enhance participants'…
  16. Eco babies - your family and the environment

    Find ideas to help you and your family reduce waste and protect the planet. Breastfeeding and the Environment - La Leche League GB YoungPlanet - Give and receive children's stuff for free The Toy Project – a local scheme in Archway which recycles unwanted toys…
  17. Helping your child to learn

    There are a range of local and national resources, services and activities to help parents support their child's development and learning. Parents can sign up for the Bright Start Bright Ideas newsletter, which is full of tips and ideas on how to support with early…
  18. Parental Mental Wellbeing

    Welcoming a new baby is amazing and can be a really happy and exciting time for families. It can also be hard work as you adjust to learning how to feed and care for your little one, whilst also recovering from the pregnancy and birth.…
  19. Mental Wellbeing in Pregnancy

    Pregnancy can be a really happy and exciting time but can also bring some challenges to your mental wellbeing as you adjust to the physical and emotional changes that you are going through. More than 1 in 10 women (and many men) experience some mental…
  20. Baby on the way? Next steps

    Having a baby is one of the most incredible parts of a person’s life. You might be feeling a mixture of emotions, ranging from excited and happy, to nervous and overwhelmed. That’s why Bright Start Islington is with you every step of the way, from…
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