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Support for parents with children aged 11 to 16 years

Information about my child's education
Information about my child's education
Information about my child's education.  Information on a range of issues including how to search for a school, the complaints process, dealing with bullying and additional support in school.
What are the childcare options now my child is attending High School?
What are the childcare options now my child is attending high school
What are the childcare options now my child is attending High School?  Childcare for young people is very different to childcare for younger children.  They need a place to go where they can socialise with their friends and be safe.  External link to government website.
My child will be leaving school, what are their options?
My child will be leaving school - what are the options
  Information on the options available.
Young people in employment
Chef with carrots
When can my teenager have a part-time job?  Information on to teenagers being employed.
Children in entertainment
Surviving adolescence - a toolkit for parents
What must I do if my teenager is involved in entertainment?  For information on how to apply for a license, which all children involved in the entertainment business must have.
I am finding parenting a young person a challenge, where can I find information, advice and support?
I'm finding parenting a challenge - where can I find information, advice and support?
I am finding parenting a young person challenging, where can I find information to support me?  Readable and well-researched information on surviving adolescence.  External link to Family Lives website.
I am a single parent, where can I get support?
I am a single parent, where can I get support
I am a single parent, where can I get support?  Advice and practical support fro single parents.  External link to charity website.
Can I still claim child benefit?
Can I still claim child benefit when my child is 16 years old?
Can I still claim child benefit when my child reaches 16 years old?  Information on when you can still get Child Benefit for your 16 - 20 year old.  External link to government website.
Information on activities and support networks for young people.
Young adults looking down at camera
.  Information on youth services and organisations which support young people on a range of issues including finances and looking for accommodation.
Information on young teenage boys health.
Information on young people's health, contraception, drug and alcohol use
How can I support my teenager in staying safe and healthy?  Information on young people's health, contraception, drug and alcohol use. 
Keeping safe on-line
Laptop and hands
Information on keeping my teenager safe on-line.  Practical information and support about internet safety which includes mobile phones and game consoles.
Life Events: How Herefordshire Council can help you if you are finding parenting or family life difficult.
Child with drink and jug
I am finding being a parent challenging, where can I find information, advice and support?  Information on coping with child development issues and what support is available.
Life Events: Choosing courses for year 9 and work, training or education at 16
Man talking to teenage boy
Choosing courses in year 9 and work, training or education at 16
 
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