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BBC Radio - Raising Teens: Family Break-Ups

There are just under 4 million children in the UK whose parents are separated. How can families navigate relationship break-ups and stay resilient? Panel discussion including Jo Heywood.

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BBC Radio - Raising Teens: Self Harm

Self Harm: What causes it? And how can teenagers get help? A warm-hearted, honest & practical show presented by Guy Lloyd.
Panel discussion including Kathryn de Ferrer.

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Documents

A Guide to School Education In England and Wales

The British education system is unlike any other. With a myriad of options and choices available at every step of the school journey it can feeling utterly overwhelming for anyone. Read our report to get a better understanding of how things work now.

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Brochure for Schools

Find out how HFA can help your school resolve disputes amicably.

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Brochure for Parents

See the range of services HFA offers parents, including advocacy, mediation and bespoke advice.

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Safeguarding Policy

As an organisation working with children young people and families, Heywood de Ferrer Associates (HFA) has a clear commitment to safeguarding. The HFA safeguarding statement is circulated and available internally and externally and all staff are expected to be familiar with this statement.

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Mar 6, 2021

PEApodcast: Episode 7 - What do you do ... if your child is anxious about returning to school?

This week Kathryn and Jo about what do you do if your child is anxious about returning to school.

Mar 2, 2021

PEApodcast: Episode 6 - What do you do ... if your child shows signs of anxiety?

This week Kathryn and Jo chat about anxiety. What are the symptoms? How should you respond? What is the difference between ‘typical worries’ and anxiety?

Feb 15, 2021

PEApodcast: Episode 5 - What do you do ... when there are tensions at home?

Welcome to the latest edition of PEApodcast. This week Kathryn and Jo chat about the latest developments in education and home-schooling, before discussing the impact ‘moods’ have on the family.

Jan 12, 2021

PEApodcast: Episode 4 - What do you do ... when there is only uncertainty?

Our latest podcast offers some guidance for parents who have children preparing for their GCSEs or A Levels.

Dec 16, 2020

PEApodcast: Episode 3 - What do you do ... to make the most of an open day?

What do you do ... to get the most out of an open day. What is the point of open days? Are they worth attending? What are the differences between open days at state schools and independent? In this week's PEADpodcast Kathryn and Jo reveal the tricks of the trade, things to watch out for, questions to ask and how to find out more about the school.

Dec 2, 2020

PEApodcast: Episode 2 - What do you do if ... you want to change your child’s school?

One of the unexpected impacts of the Covid crisis is the number of families who are looking to move home - often away from the cities – for a better quality of life. In this week’s PEApodcast, Kathryn and Jo discuss what to do when you need to find a new school for your children. Do you find a home first or a school? What are the differences between state, Independent Day and Boarding?

Nov 25, 2020

PEApodcast: Episode 1 - What do you do if ... there is another lockdown?

What was like for schools and for families during the first lockdown? We talk to a former assistant head of a very large inner city primary school about how things were for her school and what they had to put into place. Also, we have some advice for parents during another lockdown and how you can support your children.