This site provides comprehensive information on all the services currently available to schools, academies and other organisations from West Berkshire Council. West Berkshire Council has a great deal of experience and expertise in providing support and services to schools. There are many benefits to buying services from the Local Authority: • We are committed to supporting schools to make the best possible use of their resources in order to maximise the impact on raising educational standards for pupils. • We have an experienced and highly trained workforce familiar with the work of schools and in the context in which they operate. • We ensure our services are compliant with legal requirements and national standards • We are committed to improving the lives of children.

Farm visits seasonal safety reminder Days out at farms are an enjoyable and educational experience for many people. However, animals can carry a number of infections that may be harmful to humans, especially children and pregnant women. Guidance for the public is available on the PHE website (Farm visits: avoiding infection). Resources are available for educators through Access to Farms. Those opening their farms to visitors should consult the Industry Code of Practice and put the necessary control measures in place (including displaying signs to remind visitors to wash their hands with soap and water and ensuring appropriate facilities are in place). Some additional resources for schools on this topic are here Attached is a Tick Aware poster for school communications

Health and Wellbeing in Schools Hub Issue 27 June 2019 Live Well, Learn Well The last issue of this academic year is now available and includes a helpful signposting section for summer newsletters, resources for parents on transition and details of the workshops available in June, July and September. We are already thinking about September and have an article on the Scroll Free September campaign, offering children, young people and adults a break from their social media accounts. Find out more about the Royal Society of Public Health Campaign in the latest Hub.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED Date 9th September 12.30 - 15.30 at Shaw House, Newbury Free Training From September 2020 the new Health Education for primary and secondary schools will be statutory. One of the topics is Health and Prevention which includes antibiotic awareness, personal hygiene and infection prevention. E-bug is a free resource which will support the delivery of this topic and free one day training has been secured for school staff in Berkshire. To book a place please email - bwccg.medicines@nhs.net by 26th July 2019. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

Domestic Abuse Awareness Training A 1 day Domestic Abuse Awareness training for West Berkshire multi-agency professionals, community organisations and individuals. This training will provide attendees with an increased awareness of domestic abuse and develop attendees’ knowledge of the effects and dynamics of domestic abuse, types of partner violence, complexities in leaving abusive relationships, power and control and the impact of domestic abuse on children and young people. Dates: Monday 10th June 2019, 10:00-16:00 at Shaw House, Newbury Tuesday 2nd July 2019, 10:00-16:00 at Shaw House, Newbury Tuesday 17th September 2019, 10:00-16:00 at The Hub, Downsway Primary School, Tilehurst Thursday 7th November 2019, 10:00-16:00 at The Hub, Downsway Primary School, Tilehurst To book: West Berkshire Council employees: Apply via MyView External agencies and individuals: Email training@westberks.gov.uk with details of the course you would like to attend. Domestic Abuse Champions Training Domestic Abuse Champions are multi-agency professionals, community organisations and individuals trained to have a more extensive understanding of domestic abuse and its impact. Domestic abuse champions are able to advise others and ensure they are aware of, and have access to, local resources and support. Champions have a fundamental role in cascading learning and awareness. The network also supports partnership understanding and sharing of knowledge. Domestic Abuse Champions training is a 1 day training which will provide attendees with an introduction to their champions role and support attendees knowledge and confidence of completing risk assessments, risk management, safety planning and support services available for victims, survivors, children and young people and perpetrators. Dates: Thursday 10th October 2019, 10:00-16:00 at Shaw House, Newbury Tuesday 3rd December 2019, 10:00-16:00 at The Hub, Downsway Primary School, Tilehurst To book: Click the link and visit Reducing the Risk's training page* *Please note that to attend Domestic Abuse Champions' training in West Berkshire you need to have previously attended the one-day Domestic Abuse Awareness training (please see above) For more information please contact: westberksbct@westberks.gov.uk