Perth & Surrounding Area Childcare & Family Information Directory
0845 601 4477 Getting it Right in Perth and Kinross [email protected] Helping children be the best they can be www.scottishfamilies.gov.uk This directory has been compiled by the Perth and Kinross Childcare & Family Information Service which sits within Education Services as part of the Early Education & Childcare Strategy Team. Further details of the work of the team which includes Kids Club Services, Playstart Crèches and support to the Childcare Sector is available on the Council website at www.pkc.gov.uk/families or by contacting the team on 01738 472350 or by emailing [email protected]
Detailed information on the full range of Perth & Kinross Council services, which include Community Care, Education, Environment, Housing, Libraries, Planning, Roads and Social Work, is available on the Council website www.pkc.gov.uk or by email to [email protected] and from staff at the Customer Service Centre on tel 01738 475000.
Child Protection: Protecting children and young people is everyone’s responsibility. All children and young people have the right to be protected and safe from harm and we all have a responsibility to help keep children safe. You may see or hear things which make you worry about a child’s care, welfare or safety. Everyone has a duty to report any concerns they might have about a child. You can contact: Perth & Kinross Council’s Child Protection Duty Team Tel 01738 476768 • Email [email protected] Police Scotland Tayside Division Public Protection Unit Tel 01738 892911 In an emergency when a child has been seriously hurt or injured, contact the emergency services by phoning 999.
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2 3 Contents
Perth & Surrounding Area Childcare & Family Information 4 Directory 2014
Perth and Kinross Childcare & Family Information Service 6
Childcare 7
Education 18
Family Support 30
Activities and Leisure 40
Additional Support Needs 55
Services for Young People 61
Health and Wellbeing 65
Work and Finance 68
Community Involvement 71
Useful Telephone Numbers 74
2 3 Perth & Surrounding Area Childcare & Family Information Directory 2014 This local directory includes details of the range of services, groups and organisations in the Perth area that may be of interest to families. It is hoped that professionals working with parents, carers and children will also benefit from this source of information. This document is available to download from the Council website www.pkc.gov.uk/families and will be updated no less than annually. For the most up-to-date information, check the national website www.scottishfamilies.gov.uk Similar local directories are also available for Blairgowrie & Strathmore; Crieff & Strathearn; Highland Perthshire and Kinross Area. We hope you find the information in this directory useful. We have endeavoured to gather details from professionals and the public across the Perth and Kinross area. If you have suggestions for additional groups or organisations which it would be useful to include or if you find that any details included are inaccurate or out-of-date then we would be grateful if you could let us know. Please send feedback by email to [email protected] or by post to: Childcare & Family Information Service Education & Children’s Services Perth & Kinross Council Community Wing Perth Grammar School Gowans Terrace PERTH PH1 5AZ
The set of five local area directories complement the information available in the Perth and Kinross Childcare & Family Information Directory which was published in March 2013. Copies of this area-wide document are being distributed to families through Bookbug packs and Family Information Points and are available on request from the Childcare Strategy Team. An online version can also be downloaded from the Council website www.pkc.gov.uk/families
4 5 The importance that access to information can play in the lives of families is highlighted in various national and local documents including the Scottish Early Years Framework, Perth & Kinross Council’s Early Years Strategy and the national and local Parenting Strategies. “Families need access to a range of advice and information services in order to help them understand their own role and to make informed choices about parenting and services.” “We are intent on improving the information, advice and support on offer to families, across a wide range of areas that we know to be of key importance.” “Going forward, we will strengthen our efforts to ensure that all parents have access to accurate and reliable information.”
It is widely recognised that the information and practical support parents want and need has to be accessible, within a culture where asking for help is not seen as a sign of failure but as a positive action. Please note: Throughout this document, the word ‘parent’ should be read as including carer and significant adult.
4 5 Perth and Kinross Childcare & Family Information Service
Being a parent can be the most challenging and rewarding task anyone will undertake. Access to good quality information about services, activities and sources of support can make a huge difference and enable you to make informed choices for you and your family. Perth and Kinross Childcare & Family Information Service is here to help, whether you are: • a first time parent who is planning to return to work; • interested in meeting up with others who have children of a similar age; • looking for full day care, pre-school provision or after school care for your child; • planning to move to Perth and Kinross and need to find out what services would be available in a new area; • trying to find some fun leisure activities for your child to enjoy; • wondering whether you can get help with the cost of childcare; • seeking some support with parenting concerns. This directory gives details of services in the Perth area. Comprehensive information and details of services in all areas of Perth and Kinross is available by contacting the Childcare & Family Information Service: Tel 0845 601 4477 • Email [email protected] You can also find information on the website which links Childcare & Family Information Services across Scotland: www.scottishfamilies.gov.uk The range of family information on the website can be searched by category, local area and key words. This should make it easy for people to find what they are looking for, whether that is dance classes in Kinross, parenting workshops in Crieff, drama groups in Blairgowrie, arts & crafts sessions in Highland Perthshire or indoor play areas in Perth.
6 7 Childcare Choosing childcare and early education is a big step for parents, carers and their children. Without up-to-date information and advice, it is hard to choose the childcare that will suit you best. The Perth and Kinross-wide directory and the national website contain guidance on the different types of childcare available across the local areas.
Childminders Details of registered childminders in the Perth and surrounding area are available from the Childcare & Family Information Service. Perth & Kinross Council’s Childcare Strategy Team is actively promoting childminding as a career. If you are interested, or know someone who might be interested, please get in touch. Tel 0845 601 4477 • Email [email protected] www.scottishfamilies.gov.uk Local Information - Perth City Child & Family Centre Gowans Terrace Child & Family Centre Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5AX Tel 01738 454321 • Email [email protected] Community Nursery Muirton Community Nursery (Partner Provider) Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5AX Tel 01738 625933 • Email [email protected] www.muirtoncommunitynursery.co.uk Crèche Dotty Playtime Friday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Community Wing, Perth Grammar School, Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5AZ Tel 01738 472350 • Email [email protected]
6 7 Perth Leisure Pool Crèche Glasgow Road, PERTH, PH2 0HZ Tel 01738 454654/454655 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Holiday Playscheme Splash Playscheme Glenearn Community Campus, Glenearn Road, PERTH, PH2 0BE Email [email protected] • www.ship-splash.co.uk Active Fun - Bells Sport Centre Bells Sports Centre, Hay Street, PERTH, PH1 5HS Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Nursery Unit of Independent School Craigclowan Preparatory School (Partner Provider) Edinburgh Road, PERTH, PH2 8PS Tel 01738 626310 • Email [email protected] www.craigclowan-school.co.uk Out of School Care Kinnoull Kids Club Kinnoull Primary School, Dundee Road, PERTH, PH2 7EY Tel 07500 915495 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Letham Kids Club Letham Primary School, Struan Road, PERTH, PH1 2NL Tel 07584 206401 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families North Muirton Kids Club North Muirton Primary School, Uist Place, PERTH, PH1 3BY Tel 01738 441572 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Oakbank Kids Club Oakbank Primary School, Viewlands Road West, PERTH, PH1 1NA Tel 01738 630722 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families St John’s Kids Club North Inch Community Campus, Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5BF Tel 01738 454291 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families 8 9 Viewlands Kids Club Viewlands Primary School, Oakbank Crescent, PERTH, PH1 1BU Tel 01738 473079 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Parent & Toddler Groups Balhousie Parent & Toddler Group Tuesday: 9.00 am - 10.45 am Balhousie Primary School, Dunkeld Road, PERTH, PH1 5DH Tel 01738 472222 • Email [email protected] Cathedral Little Cherubs Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am St Ninians Cathedral, North Methven Street, PERTH, PH1 5PP Tel 01738 632053 Craigie Tweenie Club Tuesday: 9.45 am - 11.15 am Craigie Church Hall, Abbot Street, PERTH, PH2 0EB Gateway Baby & Toddlers Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.15 am and 1.00 pm - 2.45 pm Moncrieffe Community Centre, Glenlyon Road, PERTH, PH2 0AG Tel 01738 631699 • Email [email protected] Kinnoull Church Mums & Toddlers Tuesday: 1.45 pm - 3.15 pm Kinnoull Church Hall, Dundee Road, PERTH, PH2 7EY Tel 01738 441477 Letham St Mark’s Babies & Toddlers Tuesday: 9.30 am - 11.00 am Letham St Marks Church Centre, Rannoch Road, PERTH, PH1 2HH Tel 01738 446377 • Email [email protected] National Childbirth Trust Babies & Toddler Friday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Oakbank Community Centre, Viewlands Road West, PERTH, PH1 1NA Tel 0844 243 6239 • Email [email protected] North Church Toddler Group Monday & Thursday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Church Hall, Mill Street, PERTH, PH1 5HZ Our Lady’s Parents & Toddlers Monday: 9.30 am – 11.00 am Our Lady’s Primary School, Garth Avenue, PERTH, PH1 2LG Tel 01738 477570 • Email [email protected] 8 9 Perth Baptist Church Under 5s Group Toddlers (ages 0-3) Monday & Tuesday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Stepping Stones (ages 2-3) Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Almond View, PERTH, PH1 1QQ Tel 01738 621213 • Email [email protected] Perth Gaelic Playgroup - Croileagan Pheairt Thursday: 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm Community Wing, Perth Grammar School, Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5AZ Tel 01738 476903 • Email [email protected] Small Fry - Perth Riverside Parent & Toddlers Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.00 am Perth Riverside Church, Bute Drive, PERTH, PH1 3BG Tel 01738 622341 Small Wonders Parent & Baby Group Thursday: 10.00 am - 11.30 am Fairfield Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Fairfield Avenue, PERTH, PH1 2TF Tel 01738 477677 St John’s Episcopal Buggy Club Tuesday: 9.30 am - 11.00 am St Johns Episcopal Church, Princes Street, PERTH, PH2 8LJ Tel 01738 634999 Tiddlywinks and Baby & Toddler Group Baby & Toddler Group Tuesday: 10.30 am - 12.00 noon Tiddlywinks Monday: 1.15 pm - 2.45 pm The Salvation Army, 77 South Street, PERTH, PH2 8PD Tel 01738 440090 • Email [email protected] Tulloch Toddlers Thursday: 10.30 am – 12.00 noon Tulloch Free Church, Tulloch Terrace, PERTH, PH1 2PS Playgroup Craigie Playgroup Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 9.30 am - 11.45 am Craigie Church Hall, Abbot Street, PERTH, PH2 0EE Email [email protected] Oakbank Playgroup Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 9.30 am - 12.00 noon Oakbank Community Centre, Viewlands Road West, PERTH, PH1 1NA Email [email protected] 10 11 Private Day Nursery ABC Day Nursery (Partner Provider) 12 Rose Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5HA Tel 01738 623291 • Email [email protected] Apple Tree Nursery 46 Balhousie Street, PERTH, PH1 5HW Tel 01738 561083 • Email [email protected] www.apple-tree-nursery.co.uk Craigie Park Nursery (Partner Provider) Craigie Road, PERTH, PH2 0BQ Tel 01738 626110 • Email [email protected] Four Seasons Nursery (Partner Provider) 4 West Mains Avenue, PERTH, PH1 1QZ Tel 01738 634342 • Email [email protected] Honeypot Nursery Perth (Partner Provider) Scottish & Southern Energy, Grampian House, 200 Dunkeld Road, PERTH, PH1 3AQ Tel 01738 624907 Little Einstein’s Kindergarten Ltd MacDonald House, 4A Whitefriars Crescent, PERTH, PH2 0PA Tel 01738 626700 • Email [email protected] www.littleeinstein.co.uk Paddington’s Children’s Nursery (Partner Provider) 4 Kings Place, PERTH, PH2 8AA Tel 01738 444686 • Email [email protected] Paint Pots Nursery (Partner Provider) 7 Strathview Terrace, PERTH, PH2 7HY Tel 07866 387229 • Email [email protected] www.paintpotsnursery.com Perth College Nursery (Partner Provider) Perth College, Crieff Road, PERTH, PH1 2NX Tel 01738 877376 • Email [email protected] www.uhi.ac.uk The Wendy House Day Nursery (Partner Provider) 51 Muirend Road, PERTH, PH1 1JD Tel 01738 632885 • Email [email protected] www.thewendyhousenursery.com
10 11 Private Independent Nursery School Kinnoull Church Nursery (Partner Provider) Kinnoull Church Hall, Dundee Road, PERTH, PH2 7EY Tel 01738 441477 • Email [email protected] www.kinnoullchurchnursery.co.uk Wraparound Care Inch View Wraparound Care Inch View Primary School, Glenearn Community Campus, PERTH, PH2 0BE Tel 01738 472473 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Local Information - Carse of Gowrie Area Out of School Care Errol Children’s Club Errol Primary School, Station Road, Errol, PERTH, PH2 7QB Email [email protected] https://sites.google.com/site/errolchildrensclub Fun Time Inc Inchture Primary School, Inchture, PERTH, PH14 9RN Tel 01382 502504 (Childcare@Home) Email [email protected] Invergowrie Kids Club Invergowrie Primary School, 4 Errol Road, Invergowrie, DUNDEE, DD2 5AD Tel 01382 561606 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Longforgan Funhouse Longforgan Primary School, 66 Main Street, Longforgan, DUNDEE, DD2 5EU Tel 01382 360310 • Email [email protected] Parent & Toddler Groups Carse Babies & Toddlers Tuesday & Thursday: 9.30 am - 11.00 am Errol Village Hall, Errol, PERTH, PH2 7QB
12 13 Inchture Parent & Toddler Group Tuesday & Thursday: 9.15 am - 11.15 am Inchture Village Hall, Main Street, Inchture, PERTH, PH14 9RN Tel 07793 741626 • Email [email protected] Invergowrie Parent & Toddler Group Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9.15 am - 11.15 am All Souls Church, Main Street, Invergowrie, DUNDEE, DD2 5BA Longforgan Baby & Toddler Group Monday: 10.00 am - 11.30 am Longforgan Parish Church Hall, Longforgan, DUNDEE, DD2 5EU St Madoes Under Fives Club Wednesday: 9.15 am - 11.15 am Community Centre, St Madoes, PERTH, PH2 7NF Playgroup Inchture Playgroup Monday - Wednesday: 9.25 am - 11.25 am Village Hall, Main Street, Inchture, PERTH, PH14 9RN Email [email protected] Private Day Nursery Crossroads Pre-School Nursery (Partner Provider) Crossroads, Main Street, Inchture, PERTH, PH14 9RN Tel 01828 686808 • Email [email protected] The Old Schoolhouse Nursery The Old School House, Glendoick, Glencarse, PERTH, PH2 7NR Tel 01738 861010 • Email [email protected] Local Information - Scone Area Community Nursery Humpty Dumpty Community Nursery (Partner Provider) Scone Public Hall, Queens Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6QJ Tel 01738 553089 • Email [email protected] www.humptydumpty.org.uk Out of School Care Scone Kids Club RDM Primary School, Spoutwells Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6RS Tel 01738 553933 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families 12 13 Parent & Toddler Groups Balbeggie Toddlers Group Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.00 am St Martins Public Hall, Balbeggie, PERTH, PH2 6EZ Tel 01821 640652 Busy Bees Tuesday: 9.20 am - 11.15 am Dining Hall, RDM Primary School, Spoutwells Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6RS Tel 01738 454455 • Email [email protected] Krafty Kids Scone Friday: 9.45am - 11.15 am Scone New Church Hall, Balformo Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6QU Tel 01738 553900 Scone Baby & Toddlers Wednesday: 9.45 am - 11.30 am Old Scone Church Hall, Burnside, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6LP Playgroup Guildtown Playgroup Thursday: 9.30 am - 11.25 am Guildtown Village Hall, Hall Road, Guildtown, PERTH, PH2 6BY Email [email protected] Private Day Nursery Honeypot Children’s Nursery (Scone) (Partner Provider) 101 Perth Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6JL Tel 01738 551122 • Email [email protected] Local Information - Bridge of Earn Area Nursery Unit of Independent School Kilgraston Nursery (Partner Provider) Kilgraston School, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9BQ Tel 01738 812257 • Email [email protected] www.kilgraston.com
14 15 Out of School Care Village Kids Club Scout Hut, Manse Road, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9DY Tel 07762 437753 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families Parent & Toddler Groups Abernethy Babies & Toddlers Thursday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Williamson Hall, Abernethy, PERTH, PH2 9JY Bridge of Earn Baby & Toddler Group Tuesday: 9.15 am - 11.15 am The Institute, Station Road, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9EA Email [email protected] Dunning Stepping Stones Parent & Toddler Group Wednesdays: 9.15 am - 11.15 am St Paul’s Church, Perth Road, Dunning, PERTH, PH2 0RY Glenfarg Baby & Toddler Group Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Glenfarg Village Hall, Greenbank Road, Glenfarg, PERTH, PH2 9NW Tel 01577 830577 Playgroup Abernethy Playgroup Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9.30 am - 11.45 am Williamson Hall, Kirk Wynd, Abernethy, PERTH, PH2 9JD Email [email protected] Bridge of Earn Playgroup and Pre-School (Partner Provider) Monday - Friday: 9.15 am - 11.45 am The Institute, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9EA Tel 07759 786218 • Email [email protected] Dunning Stepping Stones Pre-School Groups (Partner Provider) Monday - Friday: 9.00 am - 11.30 am (extended hours until 2.30 pm on Wednesdays) The Old School House, Newton of Pitcairns, Dunning, PERTH, PH2 0SL Tel 07850 988150 • Email [email protected]
14 15 Private Day Nursery Doodlebugs Day Nursery at Buttercup House Edinburgh Road, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9PP Tel 01738 813870 • Email [email protected] www.doodlebugsnursery.co.uk Local Information - Luncarty and Surrounding Areas Out of School Care Bankfoot School’s Out Club Bankfoot Church Centre, Tulliebelton Road, Bankfoot, PERTH, PH1 4BS Tel 07599 058824 Stanley & Murthly After School Club Murthly Primary School, Murthly, PERTH, PH1 4HB Email [email protected] Parent & Toddler Groups Bankfoot Parent and Toddlers Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Bankfoot Church Centre, Tulliebelton Road, Bankfoot, PERTH, PH1 4BS Little Nemo’s Toddler Group Thursday: 9.30 am – 11.30 am Tayside Hotel, 51 Mill Street, Stanley, PERTH, PH1 4NL Luncarty Under Fives - Mother & Toddlers Monday & Wednesday: 9.30 am - 11:30 am Memorial Hall, Scarth Road, Luncarty, PERTH, PH1 3HF Methven Minis Thursday: 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Community Centre, Main Street, Methven, PERTH, PH1 3PU Methven Toddler Group Tuesday: 9.15 am - 11.00 am Methven Primary School, Main Street, Methven, PERTH, PH1 3PX Tel 01738 850527 • Email [email protected] Murthly Under Fives Thursday: 9.30 am - 11.30 am Murthly Primary School, Murthly, PERTH, PH1 4HB Tel 01738 454263
16 17 Pitcairn Under 5s Parent & Toddlers Wednesday: 10.00 am - 11.30 am Old Schoolhouse, Pitcairngreen, PERTH, PH1 3LR Tel 01738 639690 • Email [email protected] Playgroup Methven Under 5s (Partner Provider) Monday - Friday: 9.00 am - 11.30 am Methven Primary School, Main Street, Methven, PERTH, PH1 3PX Email [email protected] Pitcairn Under 5s (Partner Provider) Monday - Friday: 9.15 am - 11.45 am Old School House, Pitcairngreen, PERTH, PH1 3LR Tel 01738 639690 • Email [email protected] Private Day Nursery Honeypot Nursery (Almondbank) (Partner Provider) Unit 17 Lochty, Almondbank, PERTH, PH1 3NP Tel 01738 583800 • Email [email protected] Honeypot Nursery (Luncarty) (Partner Provider) Unit 6 Home Farm, Marshall Way, Luncarty, PERTH, PH1 3UX Tel 01738 827676 • Email [email protected] www.honeypot-nursery.co.uk Little Steps Nursery (Partner Provider) Garrybank, Bankfoot, PERTH, PH1 4DX Tel 01738 788188 • Email [email protected] www.littlesteps-nursery.com The Kindergarten (Partner Provider) Main Street, Methven, PERTH, PH1 3PX Tel 01738 840252 • Email [email protected] Wraparound Care Luncarty Wraparound Care Luncarty Primary School, Luncarty, PERTH, PH1 3EX Tel 01738 829183 • Email [email protected] www.luncarty.pkc.sch.uk
Partner Provider - Service is in partnership with Perth & Kinross Council to provide funded early learning and childcare places.
16 17 Education Perth & Kinross Council’s Vision Our vision is of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross with a strong identity and clear priorities that everyone works together to achieve. Our area will be vibrant and successful; a safe, secure, healthy and sustainable environment; and a place where people are nurtured and supported.
Within the Council, the prime focus of Education & Children’s Services is on delivering the highest quality services at all times and meeting our statutory obligations in relation to key services including Education, Social Work (Children and Families), Community Learning and Development, Sport and Culture. Key priorities are: • giving every child the best start in life; • developing educated, responsible and informed citizens; • promoting a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable economy; • supporting people to lead independent, healthy and active lives; • creating a safe and sustainable place for future generations. Early Learning and Childcare The pre-school years are an important stage in a child’s development and help children to learn as they play. A good quality pre-school experience builds on the valuable learning that takes place in and around the home, before children start primary school. It also develops essential skills they will rely on in later life. Children aged three and four are entitled* to an early learning and childcare place starting in the term after their third birthday. Dates for eligibility for early learning and childcare places and information regarding the allocation of places within Perth and Kinross are both available from the Council website: www.pkc.gov.uk/schools Perth & Kinross Council recognises that families have a variety of different needs and preferences with regard to early learning and
18 19 childcare and is committed to providing high-quality experiences for all eligible children. Local authority nursery classes based in primary or all through schools offer part-time early learning and childcare sessions for three and four year olds, with some also offering wraparound care. There are full-time places in 14 school nursery classes and in the City of Perth Early Childhood Centre (COPECC). All of these full-time places are allocated under Support for Children & Families criteria. There are also a number of part-time places available for children from the age of two at COPECC in accordance with this criteria. The Council is also in partnership with more than 30 partner provider centres to provide funded early learning and childcare places. These include private nurseries, playgroups and nursery classes within the private, voluntary and independent sectors. Parents are entitled to apply to any local authority managed nursery or partner provider centre for their child’s funded nursery place. Application for places takes place directly at the school or partner provider centre. Parents can apply for a place in more than one setting*. The allocation of split funding places will be dependent on both settings being able to offer the hours required. All early learning and childcare services are regulated and inspected by the Care Inspectorate and Education Scotland. The Childcare & Family Information Service can give you details of options in your local area and further information can be obtained from the Pre-School Helpline on 01738 476343 or email [email protected] *600 hours of Early Learning and Childcare is anticipated to become an entitlement when the Children and Young People (Scotland) Bill is passed by the Scottish Government, likely to be in early 2014. Changes will include the opportunity of split funding to access more than one setting.
18 19 Placing in Schools The policy of Perth & Kinross Council Education & Children’s Services is to assign to each school a defined zone known as a catchment area. Pupils resident within a school’s catchment area are entitled to register for a place within that school. Contact Education & Children’s Services for detailed information on catchment areas. Parents can make a request that their child be placed in a school of their choice other than the school which normally serves the area in which they reside. Further information on placing requests is available on the Council website: www.pkc.gov.uk/schools
Starting School The school entry date in Perth and Kinross is the first day of the school session, which falls in mid-August each year. A child is of compulsory school age from the first school entry date after their fifth birthday. Children who are five between the first day of the school session and the end of February can attend school from the previous August or parents can choose to defer entry to primary school until the start of the next school session. Parents will be notified by advertisement in the local press to register their children in the school of their choice during the registration week in mid-January. In all Perth & Kinross Council schools, Primary 1 pupils attend for half-days only for the first two weeks.
Free School Meals You can apply for free school meals for your child(ren) if you are receiving Income Support, Income-Based Jobseeker’s Allowance, any income-related element of Employment Support Allowance, Universal Credit or Child Tax Credit (current TC602 Child Tax Credit award notice must be provided to assess eligibility).
School Clothing Grants If you are in receipt of Income Support or Income-Based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Education & Children’s Services will consider one application per year for a grant towards the cost of purchasing essential clothing to enable children, up to the age of 16, to attend school.
20 21 School Transport Free home to school transport is available to pupils attending their catchment school and living more than two miles (primary) or three miles (secondary) from the school. Transport will be provided from a suitable point on the public highway. Please note that this pick-up point can be up to two miles (primary) or three miles (secondary) from the pupil’s home. Pupils living within the relevant mileage distance who have additional support needs or medical conditions affecting mobility will also be considered for free home to school transport.
Advice, Information and Concerns Communication with parents is encouraged and valued. Your child’s school is your first point of contact should you require advice, information or to raise concerns. The school will deal with any concerns raised confidentially, timeously and work with you towards a resolution. Your school will advise you how to take your concerns forward should these remain unresolved.
Pupils with Additional Support Needs Within Perth and Kinross a range of provision exists for pupils with additional support needs. A policy of supported mainstream inclusion is complemented by a range of specialist provisions. These are either attached to or are part of mainstream schools. In addition, there is one all-through special school, Fairview School in Perth, for children aged 3-18 years who have profound and complex difficulties. Parents moving into the area who have children with additional support needs should contact Education & Children’s Services Support Services: Tel 01738 476390.
Where to Get Further Information Further information on education provision in Perth and Kinross can be obtained from Headteachers or from: Education & Children’s Services, Perth & Kinross Council, Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street, PERTH, PH1 5GD Tel 01738 476200 • Email [email protected] Information is also available from the Council website: www.pkc.gov.uk/schools
20 21 Local Information Adult and Family Learning - Perth Area We support adults, parents and families to achieve personal learning goals and to grow as individuals and families. Who do we work with? Families, adults and children; parents and carers; people in work, training and seeking employment; people whose first language is not English (ESOL); anyone over 16 who wants to get back into learning. What do we offer? Opportunities to develop your writing, reading, spelling and number skills; opportunities to develop computing skills; opportunities for families to learn together; opportunities to help you get back into learning or work; opportunities and support for parents and families. How do we deliver? We offer informal, fun friendly learning in a relaxed community setting; we work with people in small groups or one-to-one; we offer short courses, drop-in sessions or ongoing support. Adult & Family Learning: Rhona Thom - North Perth Tel 01738 454250 • Email [email protected] Willie Sinclair - Letham & Tulloch Tel 01738 477640 • Email [email protected] Caroline Moore – Fairfield & Muirton Tel 01738 477677 • Email [email protected] Margaret McIntosh - South Perth Tel 01738 477057 • Email [email protected] Adult Literacies & English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Sharon Doyle - Fairfield Neighbourhood Centre, Perth Tel 01738 441473 • Email [email protected] Kathleen Walker - Letham Community Learning Centre, Perth Tel 01738 477092 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Community Link Services - Perth Area Community Link Workers work with children, young people, parents and school staff to encourage education, attainment and achievement through good communication between home, school and the wider community. They provide advice and practical support to 22 23 children, young people, parents and carers, through a family-centred approach and by providing positive learning experiences. North Inch Community Campus: Anne Bell Tel 01738 454422 • Email [email protected] Perth Academy and feeder primaries: Chris Forber Tel 01738 458025 • Email [email protected] Marco Allen Tel 01738 454246/458025 • Email [email protected] Christine Cattanach Tel 01738 454246 • Email [email protected] Gail Balie Tel 01738 477550/643548 • Email [email protected] Perth Grammar and feeder primaries: Jenny Main/Alan Clyne Tel 01738 472852 Email [email protected] • Email [email protected] Claire Laing/Gail Balie Tel 01738 643548 Email [email protected] • Email [email protected] Perth High School and feeder primaries: Miranda Powell/Pam Pass Tel 01738 472665 Email [email protected] • Email [email protected] St John’s RC Academy: Violetta Malon Tel 01738 454880 • Email [email protected] Dorota Marciniec Tel 01738 449294 • Email [email protected] Almondbank House: Angie Bayne Tel 01738 472260 • Email [email protected] Fairview School: Gary Brown Tel 01738 473050/477678 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk 22 23 Coffee Plus Personal Development Course for participants from North Perth leading to an SQA qualification. Meets weekly over 20 weeks with a free crèche for pre-school children. Most participants have been involved in other learning opportunities, both formal and informal, and are working towards improving their confidence and self-esteem. Muriel Craig Tel 01738 454250 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Computing Day and evening sessions offering beginners computing and accredited IT skills for adults. Muriel Craig Tel 01738 454250 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Take a Break Group Provides a safe environment allowing young parents to meet and discuss a variety of issues of interest to them and explore further adult learning opportunities. Meets 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm on Tuesdays in Letham Sports Centre with free crèche available. Willie Sinclair Tel 01738 477640 • Email [email protected] Schools Perth Academy Murray Place, PERTH, PH1 1NJ • Tel 01738 458000 Arngask Primary (NC) Main Street, Glenfarg, PERTH, PH2 9NT • Tel 01577 867250 Balbeggie Primary (NC) Main Street, Balbeggie, PERTH, PH2 6EZ • Tel 01738 454490 Collace Primary Kinrossie, PERTH, PH2 6HU • Tel 01250 871420 Goodlyburn Primary (NC-FT) Crieff Road, PERTH, PH1 2NT • Tel 01738 454230
24 25 Guildtown Primary School Road, Guildtown, PERTH, PH2 6BX • Tel 01821 640382 Letham Primary (NC-FT) Struan Road, PERTH, PH1 2NL • Tel 01738 477550 Robert Douglas Memorial School (NC) Spoutwells Road, Scone, PERTH, PH2 6RS • Tel 01738 454455 Viewlands Primary (NC) Oakbank Cresent, PERTH, PH1 1BU • Tel 01738 473080 Perth Grammar School Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5AZ • Tel 01738 472800 Auchtergaven Primary (NC) Prieston Road, Bankfoot, PERTH, PH1 4DE • Tel 01738 459510 Balhousie Primary (NC) Dunkeld Road, PERTH, PH1 5DH • Tel 01738 472222 Logiealmond Primary Logiealmond, PERTH, PH1 3TB • Tel 01738 880204 Luncarty Primary (NC) Marshall Road, Luncarty, PERTH, PH1 3EX • Tel 01738 828323 Methven Primary Main Street, Methven, PERTH, PH1 3PX • Tel 01738 477687 Murthly Primary (NC) Murthly, PERTH, PH1 4HB • Tel 01738 454263 North Muirton Primary (NC-FT) Uist Place, PERTH, PH1 3BY • Tel 01738 472870 Pitcairn Primary Bridgeton Brae, Almondbank, PERTH, PH1 3LJ • Tel 01738 477560 Ruthvenfield Primary Ruthvenfield, PERTH, PH1 3JP • Tel 01738 626761 St Ninian’s Episcopal Primary Dunkeld Road, PERTH, PH1 5RW • Tel 01738 477587 Stanley Primary (NC) The Square, Stanley, PERTH, PH1 4LT • Tel 01738 828283 Tulloch Primary (NC) Gillespie Place, PERTH, PH1 2QX • Tel 01738 472323
24 25 Perth High School Oakbank Road, PERTH, PH1 1HB • Tel 01738 628271 Abernethy Primary (NC) Main Street, Abernethy, PERTH, PH2 9LA • Tel 01738 472676 Abernyte Primary Abernyte, PERTH, PH14 9ST • Tel 01828 686341 Craigie Primary (NC) Abbot Street, PERTH, PH2 0EE • Tel 01738 472300 Dunbarney Primary (NC) Main Street, Bridge of Earn, PERTH, PH2 9DY • 01738 812213 Errol Primary (NC-FT) Station Road, Errol, PERTH, PH2 7QB • Tel 01821 642264 Forgandenny Primary Forgandenny, PERTH, PH2 9EL • Tel 01738 812469 Forteviot Primary Forteviot, PERTH, PH2 9BT • Tel 01764 684239 Inch View Primary (NC-FT) Glenearn Road, PERTH, PH2 0BE • Tel 01738 472450 Inchture Primary (NC) Inchture, PERTH, PH14 9RN • Tel 01738 454466 Invergowrie Primary (NC) Errol Road, Invergowrie, DUNDEE, DD2 5AD • Tel 01738 454251 Kinnoull Primary Dundee Road, PERTH, PH2 7EY • Tel 01738 477650 Longforgan Primary (NC) Main Street, Longforgan, DUNDEE, DD2 5EU • Tel 01382 360310 Moncreiffe Primary (NC) Gleneagles Road, PERTH, PH2 0AW • Tel 01738 472333 Oakbank Primary (NC) Viewlands Road West, PERTH, PH1 1NA • Tel 01738 477577 St Madoes Primary (NC) Sidlaw Terrace, St Madoes, PERTH, PH2 7NH • Tel 01738 459500
26 27 St John’s RC Academy (Secondary)* Gowans Terrace, PERTH, PH1 5BF • Tel 01738 454300 Our Lady’s RC Primary (NC-FT) Garth Avenue, PERTH, PH1 2LG • Tel 01738 477570 St John’s RC Academy (Primary) (NC-FT) Gowans Terrace , PERTH, PH1 5BF • Tel 01738 454300 Fairview School (NC) Oakbank Crescent, PERTH, PH1 1DF • Tel 01738 473050 * If a child has been baptised Roman Catholic then their parents have the choice of them attending either Perth Academy, Perth Grammar School, Perth High School or St John’s RC Academy in Perth. (NC) - Nursery Class; (NC-FT) - Nursery Class with some supported full-time places allocated through Admissions Panel.
Perth and Kinross Information Adult Literacies and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Who do we work with? Anyone over 16 years old; people whose first language is not English (ESOL). What do we offer? Opportunities to develop your writing, reading, spelling and number skills; opportunities to develop computing skills; opportunities to help you get back into learning or work. How do we deliver? We offer informal, friendly learning in a relaxed community setting; we work with people in small groups or one-to-one. The service is free to all adults. Contacts: Martine Clyne, Literacies Development Officer Tel 01738 477092 • Email [email protected] Renata Fraser, ESOL Partnership Co-ordinator Tel 01738 477077 • Email [email protected] Rosalind Ashling, Tutor Tel 01738 477092 • Email [email protected] Angie Hillyer, Tutor Tel 01738 477092 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk 26 27 Early Years Team The team supports all local authority nursery schools and classes, all local authority primary schools, with an emphasis on P1-P3 and all nurseries which are in partnership with the local authority. Training is also conducted with staff in Partner Provider centres and schools as well as by negotiation for other Perth & Kinross Council services. Tel 01738 472372 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) EMA is a weekly payment of £30 per week which can be paid to you if you are eligible and you are in education or a voluntary placement after you are legally permitted to leave school. It can be paid for a maximum of 3 years (4 years for vulnerable young people who may need additional time to further their potential). EMA awards will be payable according to the total taxable income of your household. Payments will only be made for the weeks where you have satisfied the attendance requirements. Application forms may be obtained from the office of any Perth and Kinross secondary school, by downloading from the Council website or by contacting the EMA Team. Tel 01738 476311 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Educational Psychology Service The Educational Psychology Service works to help identify barriers and agree strategies for achievement, wellbeing and healthy development. Educational Psychologists use skills and experience in psychological theory, child development and educational contexts. Perth and Kinross nurseries and schools each have a link Educational Psychologist and partnership nurseries are also able to access the service. Parents, carers and multi-agency partners can contact the service directly, Psychologists offer consultation as a first step. Susie Turner, Inclusion Service Manager & Principal Educational Psychologist Tel 01738 476279 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk English as an Additional Language (EAL) Service The EAL Service supports children in nursery, primary and secondary schools whose first language is not English. It also offers support to their teachers, related professionals and advice to parents. The
28 29 team consists of two EAL teachers and three bilingual staff members: two Polish speakers and one Urdu/Punjabi speaker. Referrals to the EAL Service are made through schools or other professionals. Gill Mitchell, Principal Teacher EAL Services Tel 01738 454480 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Nurture Provision A Nurture Group is a small group provision within a mainstream school, supporting children in that school who have ongoing difficulties settling into mainstream education. Nurture Groups aim to support children by providing a safe, contained and structured learning environment. Entry into a Nurture Group is carefully considered through a staged referral procedure and the use of a range of assessments carried out over time. Irene Campbell, Inclusion Service Early Years Co-ordinator Tel 01738 472377 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Outdoor Education Team Provides high-quality sessions, tailor-made for individual groups, working to agreed aims and objectives for the group. These may be skill-based, or include confidence building or social development. Whatever the aim; sessions are well structured, fun experiences designed to promote learning and development. Tel 01738 623182 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Sensory Support Services The Sensory Support Services give support to pre-school, nursery, primary and secondary-aged pupils. Support to children and young people with hearing impairment: Lesley McGuigan and Audrey Clarke Tel 01738 472481 Email [email protected] or [email protected] Support to children and young people with visual impairment: John Myerscough and Kirstie Semark Tel 01738 472482 Email [email protected] or [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk
28 29 Family Support Although being a parent or carer can be very rewarding, family life can also be challenging. Often a little support can make a big difference. Every family faces challenges at some point and there are a range of services that can offer advice and support to help families get through these times.
Child Health Social Work Team The Child Health Social Work Team remit covers the Perth and Kinross area, providing support for families where a child has been assessed as having a profound physical or learning disability. The team offer information, advice, support and access to respite resources. Tel 01738 454388 • www.pkc.gov.uk
Early Years Resource Team Provision of early intervention services for vulnerable families across the Perth and Kinross area where the children are aged from pre-birth to 8 years. The team does this by engaging with families, often in conjunction with other professionals as part of a Child Plan. This includes practical/modelling support for parents and individual programmes for parents and children on an individual basis. Parenting Capacity Assessments are also undertaken. Aims and goals of what parents want to achieve will be drawn up with them so support packages are drawn up to suit each individual family’s needs. Any agency can refer. Based at Almondbank House in Perth but work can be undertaken with parents in their homes or in a venue within their geographical area. Catriona Rioch, Team Leader - Early Years Tel 01738 472260 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk
Fostering and Adoption Different types of carers are needed to support children and young people who, through a range of circumstances, may not be able to lead a normal family life with their own parents or relatives. If you feel you
30 31 could give a child or young person a safe, secure family environment, whether for a few days, a few months, or more permanently, please get in touch with us. We would be delighted to hear from you. Fostering Contact: Family Placement Duty Worker Tel 01738 477806 Adoption Contact: Aileen Parker/Val Wylie Tel 01738 783450 Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk
Parenting Team The Parenting Team is based in Perth and works with public, voluntary and private agencies to provide support and develop services for children and their families. Working across Perth and Kinross the team offers a range of groups and support to parents coping with the challenges of family life. Groups include infant massage, holiday activities, Handling Children’s and Handling Teenage Behaviour courses, support when a child moves from home to nursery and from nursery to school, Play@home and Bookbug Rhymetime. Christine Cattanach, Family Support Worker Email [email protected] • Tel 01738 477697 Muriel Craig, Parenting & Family Learning Development Officer Email [email protected] • Tel 01738 477697 Lorraine Mailer, Parenting Services Co-ordinator Email [email protected] • Tel 01738 477 635 Yvonne Skillin, Parenting Support Worker Email [email protected] • Tel 01738 477599 Tel 01738 477697 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families
Social Work Services for Children Social workers, located in teams across Perth and Kinross, provide a wide range of family support and intervention where there is an assessed need or risk. Services provided include advice and practical support to parents; help to address family conflict. Tel 01738 476768 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk
30 31 Local Information Family Activities: Family Club at Goodlyburn Offers whole families in North Perth the opportunity to enjoy a range of family learning activities together, including healthy cooking, arts and crafts, sports and games. Muriel Craig Tel 01738 454250 • Email [email protected] Family Cooking Family cookery project where parents and children develop basic cooking skills and nutritional understanding. Jane Westall Tel 01738 454344 • Email [email protected] Family Holiday Activities Activities provided during school holidays comprise a variety of opportunities including bus trips; community based art/cooking/ sport activities and outdoor activities in local Green Spaces. Rhona Thom Tel 01738 632841 • Email [email protected] Men & Children Matter A project offering a variety of activities for men (dads, stepdads, uncles, granddads etc) and their children. A men only literacy group is also available to brush up skills or gain qualifications, eg in IT, numbers, communications, form filling and job applications. Most of the activities take place in the evenings and weekends to accommodate those who have commitments during the day. Muriel Craig Tel 01738 454250 • Email [email protected]
32 33 Pregnancy and Postnatal Support: Baby Massage Classes Baby Massage; Baby Yoga; Rhythm Babies; Massage in Schools Programme; Support with Postnatal Depression; Parenting & Weaning Support; Buggy Fit Classes; Post Baby Exercise. See website for more details. Patsy Anderson Tel 01738 626161 • Email [email protected] www.perthbabymassage.co.uk/ BabyNatal North Perthshire and West Dundee Offers impartial support and practical advice to expectant parents, up until their babies are approximately 20 weeks old. BabyNatal believes in supporting families so that they will feel confident and empowered as they begin their journey into parenthood. BabyNatal workshops aim to complement the antenatal care received through the NHS. Topics covered include: baby care basics; baby safety; newborn choices; parenting choices; calming and cues; role of dad. Workshops are fun and practical and give an opportunity to handle, dress, swaddle and try various winding and calming positions. Information is given in a supportive manner to help you make decisions about some of the choices you may have to make as a parent. See the website or Facebook page for more details or contact Alex by phone or email. Accredited by UK antenatal regulator FEDANT. Alex Tel 01738 787755 • Email [email protected] www.BabyNatal.co.uk Baby Sensory - Perth A new experience every week. Classes run every Thursday at the Community Wing at Perth Grammar School: 0-6 months 9.45 am - 10.45 am 7-13 months 11.00 am - 12.00 noon Please contact to book a space. Kelly Tel 07921 359787
32 33 Breastfeeding Support Groups These two groups are run by trained staff who offer help, advice and support in an informal environment for expectant and breastfeeding mums. Every Monday, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm Fairfield Community Centre, Fairfield Avenue, PERTH, PH1 2TF Every Wednesday, 10.00 am - 12.00 noon AK Bell Library, York Place, PERTH, PH2 8EP The groups also give an opportunity for mums to meet and develop peer support and friendships. There is no need to book, you can just drop in. Parent Education Department Tel 01738 473269 Jo Stuart Baby Massage Baby massage classes in Perth City Centre. The programme consists of 5 x 1.5 hour classes over a 5 week period following the International Association of Infant massage (IAIM) Programme. You will learn a full body massage routine and a short routine to help relieve colic/wind/constipation, as well as some baby yoga principles. Baby massage can help: improve sleeping patterns; relieve colic/ wind/constipation; with bonding/attachment; reduce crying and emotional distress; understand your baby’s behaviour and body language. The class offers a relaxed environment and the perfect opportunity to meet new mums in your area. Please contact to reserve a place or for more information. Jo Stuart, Certified Infant Massage Instructor Tel 07971 696617 • Email [email protected] Facebook: Jo Stuart Baby Massage Letham Breastfeeding Support Group This is a friendly, sociable group for new mums run by a local midwife and Health Visitor held 10.00 am - 12.00 noon every Friday in Letham Sports Centre in Perth. The group is open to all breastfeeding mums, not just those experiencing problems with feeding, and the health professionals
34 35 are there to provide advice and support on all aspects of coping with life as a new parent. There is no need to book a place at the group, just come along. Adele MacDonald, Midwife Tel 01738 473269 Postnatal and Baby Yoga Suitable for all infants (2 to 12 months) and gives you the opportunity to exercise and bond with your baby through a combination of singing, posture work and relaxation. Booking required, please contact to book your place. Class runs in 6 week blocks. Debbie Ewan Tel 07544 707920 • Email [email protected] Pregnancy Yoga Focused on posture, breath work, meditation, guided deep relaxation and visualisation to facilitate wellbeing during pregnancy and childbirth. Places limited, please contact to book your space. Debbie Ewan Tel 07544 707920 • Email [email protected] Other Support Tulloch NET Offers practical help and spiritual support to folk in Tulloch, especially the lonely, bereaved, lone parents, unemployed, those challenged by issues like addiction, poverty and disability. Operate a children’s club, a regular drop-in for adults and various activities for Tulloch folk of all ages (remit is for Tulloch/Hillyland area only). Richard Higgenbottom, Tulloch NET Community Development Officer Tel 01738 562731 • Email [email protected] www.tullochnet.org.uk
34 35 Perth and Kinross Information Action for Children - Perthshire Families Service Perthshire Families Service provides a range of interventions in order to support individual children or young people, and/or their families. The service works towards improved outcomes in the lives of children and their families, with the aim of children or young people remaining safely at home, whenever this is in the best interests of the child/ren and/or in mainstream education. Referrals are made by the Council’s Education or Children & Families Services. Referrals can also be made for vulnerable adults by adult services where there are identified needs for additional support. Cath Gray, Team Leader - Perthshire Families Service Tel 01738 639265 • Email [email protected] Barnardo’s Hopscotch P&K The project supports vulnerable children and young people whose lives are directly affected by family members’ misuse of alcohol and other substances. We work as part of an inter-agency approach to the whole family. Services offered: individual assessment, followed by focussed work, which can be made up of the following: • 1-1 work • Befriending Service • Therapeutic Groupwork • Activity-based Groupwork Referrals are also accepted for: • Confidential Counselling Service for 12-18 years • Mentoring Service for 12-18 years • Parent Buddy Service Tel 01738 472270 • Email [email protected] www.barnardos.org.uk CEDAR – Children Experiencing Domestic Abuse Recovery CEDAR is a unique way of working with children, young people and their mothers recovering from domestic abuse. The CEDAR programme takes place over 12 weeks with groups of children, young people and their mothers running in parallel.
36 37 The groups provide an opportunity for children and young people to explore their feelings with an emphasis on providing fun and creative activities that keep children engaged, interacting with each other and provide opportunities to heal from the effects of their exposure to domestic abuse. The focus of the mothers’ group is to support their children with this healing process. It is about creating a safe place for children and their mothers to help each other to find the best ways to deal with their experiences and rebuild their lives. Anyone can make a referral. However, as the CEDAR approach empowers families to make choices for their future, it is important that children and women choose to take part in the CEDAR programme. Kim Brown, CEDAR Co-ordinator Tel 01738 635404 (Option 5) • Email [email protected] Change is a Must (CIAM) Change is a Must is a multi-agency team working in partnership between Health, Drug and Alcohol Services and Education & Children’s Services. Offers intensive family support and undertakes Parenting Capacity Assessments for children in the Perth and Kinross area aged from pre-birth to 8 years who are affected by parental substance misuse. For further information, please contact: Catriona Rioch • Email [email protected] or Julie Baker • Email [email protected] Tel 01738 472260 Drug & Alcohol Team Support to address drug and/or alcohol use. Support for carers/ families affected by drug and alcohol use. Tel 01738 474455 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk E.P.I.C.S. (Encouraging Positive Involvement Carers Support) E.P.I.C.S. is a group of carers who are caring for or have cared for a loved one with a substance misuse problem. They offer confidential, non-judgemental support to all those who need it. Please get in touch if you would like some help or just someone to listen to you. Tel 07784 912050 • Email [email protected]
36 37 Gowans Child and Family Centre At the Family Centre we provide a nursery experience for children from 0-3 years, using the ‘Pre-Birth to Three Guidance’. Referrals are mainly received from Social Workers, Health Visitors and other professional agencies. Children must meet the ‘in need’ criteria to be allocated a place. Places are available in the mornings, afternoons and sometimes full-time places are considered. Children are allocated a place in one of two playrooms depending on their age and stage of development. Support with parenting is also provided in a variety of ways, including groups and play sessions in the home and playroom. There are a variety of groups run within the Centre for parents and carers. Some groups are ‘referral only’ and some are ‘drop in’ groups for parents who have a child at the Centre. Tel 01738 442174 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Independent Advocacy Perth & Kinross To enable those people in Perth and Kinross experiencing mental health problems or learning disabilities (including children and young people), physical disabilities, dementia, frailty or age-related problems and people who are carers, to have their voices heard by providing Independent Advocacy so that they are involved in decisions which affect their lives. Staff work together with volunteers to create a stronger community where people are valued. Please note this service does not offer citizens’ advocacy. Tel 01738 587887 • Email [email protected] • www.iapk.org.uk MEAD (Minority Ethnic Access Development) Project MEAD is the Perth & Kinross Association of Voluntary Services’ (PKAVS) Service for Minority Ethnic Communities. MEAD gives tailored support to people from minority ethnic backgrounds, particularly Eastern European, South Asian and Chinese. Established in 2010, MEAD is the lead project supporting the expanding migrant population in Perth and Kinross, helping hundreds of people to access local services and play an active role in their community. Activities include: Eastern European Lunch Club and Get Together; South Asian Women’s Group and Women Only Walking Group; Chinese Community Lunch Club and Walking Group. How we can help: • Information, advice and referral support for service users on employment, education, finance and health issues. 38 39 • Interpreting and translation. • Rural outreach surgeries. • Support for families with disabled and special needs children, befriending, short breaks. • English classes, work clubs, culture activities and more. Look at the website for more information or contact us using details provided. Tel 01738 634789 • Email [email protected] www.pkavs.org.uk National Childbirth Trust NCT is a charity which offers information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood and aims to enable every parent to make informed choices. The Perth & District Branch offers ante- natal classes, support with breastfeeding and post-natal support. Tel 0844 243 6239 • Email [email protected] • www.nct.org.uk Perth and Kinross Real Nappy Network Provides information, advice and support to parents, parents-to- be, health professionals and others interested in finding out more about washable nappies. Using washable nappies helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill and can save parents money. Tel 01738 476476 • [email protected] • www.pkrnn.org.uk Perthshire Women’s Aid Provides information, support and refuge to abused women and their children. Tel 01738 639043 • Email [email protected] www.perthwomensaid.org.uk Perth Toy Library Toy lending library for use by all individuals, families and pre-school groups within Perth and Kinross. A warm welcome for everyone. Includes playroom, refreshments and baby facilities. Wide range of exciting toys, games, puzzles and outdoor play equipment for hire. Prices range from 50p to £2 for three weeks hire. Baby equipment also available for hire - buggies, double buggy, travel cots, baby chairs, high chair etc. See Perth Toy Library Facebook page for further details. Tel 07814 551184 • Email [email protected] 38 39 Activities and Leisure Keeping your family entertained, stimulated and active is often challenging, but there are many different opportunities available in your local area and throughout Perth and Kinross.
Local Information Pregnancy and Postnatal Activities: Active Mums Circuits Class Ease back into exercise using a range of circuit based exercises. Parents can bring along a child aged 8 weeks - 12 months in a buggy or car seat. Katie Johnston Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Aqua Natal at Perth Leisure Pool A low to high intensity water-based exercise class, incorporating circuits, arm and leg workouts, suitable for all women during pregnancy. Wednesdays 9.15 am - 10.00 am at Perth Leisure Pool. Katie Johnston Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Buggy Active An outdoor cardio circuit class incorporating a variety of exercises to help tone, increase strength and promote healthy weight loss - while pushing a pram with baby aged three months to one year old. Mondays 11.00 am - 11.45 am and Fridays 1.00 pm - 1.45 pm at Bells Sports Centre. Katie Johnston Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk
40 41 Buggy Walks A low intensity walk for parents and babies. A great way to meet new mums and catch up with a cuppa at Café Active afterwards. Katie Johnston Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Activities for Children Under Five: Active Steps Programme at Bells Sports Centre Active Steps activities are offered in two age groups 18 months - 3 years and 3 - 5 years. Wee Springers - Helps develop basic motor skills such as jumping, throwing, climbing and balancing. Using gym time and soft play equipment children progress through our fun levels. This class will provide a great start to your child’s active future, no matter what sports they choose to move onto. Kick About - A class with similar objectives to Wee Springers classes but with a football theme. The class improves running, kicking and co-ordination. Instructors are SFA qualified football coaches. Bouncearound - A class using our soft play area and bouncy castle. Balanceability - Learn to cycle without stabilisers. The UK’s only accredited ‘learn to cycle’ programme. Check the website or contact the centre for further details. Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk/active-steps Bookbug Sessions at A K Bell Library Bookbug sessions are held from 10.30 am - 11.00 am: • every Wednesday for children 0-18 months • every Thursday for children 18 months - 5 years • every Saturday for children 0-5 years Please phone to book places and then come along and join in the fun. Tel 01738 444949 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/library 40 41 Bookbug Sessions at North Inch Community Library Bookbug sessions are held: • Tuesday from 2.30 pm - 3.00 pm; Wednesday from 10.30 am - 11.00 am; Friday from 2.30 pm - 3.00 pm; Saturday from 10.30 am - 11.00 am • Polish session - Friday from 10.30 am - 11.00 am Please phone to book places and then come along and join in the fun. Tel 01738 454406 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/libraries Bookbug Sessions at Scone Library Bookbug sessions are held every Monday from 2.15 pm - 2.45 pm. Please phone to book places. Come along and join in the fun. Tel 01738 553029 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/library Horsecross Arts - Little Stars Little Stars is a fantastic programme of singing, dancing and acting workshops for children under five. Led by Horsecross tutors who specialise in this age group, the fun filled workshops will be tailored to engage and inspire your little one. The aim is to make a big difference to children’s 4 Cs: confidence, concentration, co-ordination and communication and to help them build a colourful imagination and make lots of new friends while having fun. Little Stars Act and Sing meet on Wednesday mornings. Little Stars Dance meet on Friday afternoons. Please check the website for more information. Tel 01738 621031 • Email [email protected] www.horsecross.co.uk/groups Kirky Kids Offers specialised and themed messy play in and around the Perthshire area. Kirky Kids is fully insured, using disclosure checked staff, and offers a fun and safe messy play service to children between the ages of six months and three and a half
42 43 years at various venues such as Active Kids Adventure Park in Stanley and The Black Watch Museum in Perth. Messy Play is great fun and has many benefits for your child. It helps develop hand eye co-ordination and allows them to express their feelings in a creative but messy way. While at Messy Play your child will be learning all the time through their senses with a number of textures, tastes, smells for them to explore. Please contact or go to the website to learn more, or visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/kirky.kids for latest class details and offers. Tel 07850 362563 • Email [email protected] www.kirkykids.co.uk Sing and Sign The UK’s original and longest running baby signing programme for babies from birth to approximately two and a half years has been developed with the help of speech and language experts. Sing and Sign’s unique baby signing programme builds on a baby’s natural use of gestures, such as pointing or making noises to allow them to communicate before they can speak! Our award winning music programme teaches parents/carers and their babies in a relaxed and fun way and helps to stimulate a baby’s language development, memory and attention skills. Sing and Sign combines the benefits of both music and baby signing.....a unique combination! Classes are held in Perth on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information please get in touch or visit the website. Katherine Farmer Tel 07916 351678 • Email [email protected] www.singandsign.co.uk Turtle Tots Turtle Tots is a specialist pregnancy to playground swimming school. Mums-to-be can join Turtle Tums aqua-natal yoga classes which help prepare for pregnancy and birth. Once your baby is born you can join the Turtle Tots and Turtle Toddlers programme which teaches you how to teach your child to swim in a relaxed and sociable environment. All the programmes have been devised in conjunction with a personal trainer to ensure that mums (and dads!) receive a 42 43 workout while swimming with their babies to help with postnatal fitness and wellbeing. Please get in touch if you are interested and want to find out about classes in your area. Kirsty McNiece Tel 07855 395899 • Email [email protected] www.turtletots.com Zumbini Zumbini is a new musical and bonding experience for little ones from birth to around 3 years old and their accompanying adult. Sing, dance and explore musical instruments together in a fun learning atmosphere. Classes are held at Riverside Church and Oakbank Community Centre in Perth. Please contact for further details or check the Facebook page Zumbini and M. Maureen Menzies Tel 07932 627030 • Email [email protected]
Arts and Crafts: Arts Development Service - Perth Area Cultural Co-ordinator North Perth. Aim to provide local access to the arts, including drama, dance, music, visual arts and new media to individuals, communities and schools. Helen O’Brien Tel 01738 477679 • Email [email protected] For Art Sake Ceramic Painting for both children and adults at Scone studio. Pauline Smith Tel 01738 552187 • Email [email protected] www.forartsake.info The Creation Station - Perth Area Babies aged 4-15 months interactive arts and craft sessions. We are passionate about inspiring imaginations while helping you to have fun with your little one too. Classes include a wealth of arts and crafts materials and will help your baby discover more of the world around them. 44 45 Little explorers 15 months – 5 years toddler art classes for babies, toddlers and pre-school children provide the perfect solution for all your child’s creativity needs, with no stress or mess for you. Classes are held in various locations including Perth, Auchterarder and Stanley. Visit the website or the Creation Station Perth and Kinross Facebook page for details of venues and class times. Karen Carnson Tel 08448 747325 • Email [email protected] www.thecreationstation.co.uk The Workshop - Perth The workshop offers both adult and children’s art classes. There is a variety of mediums to choose from including clay sculpting, drawing and painting classes. The classes are run by established artists and are aimed at all levels using a person centred approach. We also offer birthday parties and a variety of specialised workshops throughout the year. Please contact for more information or visit the website. Tel 07919 326141 • Email www.theworkshopperth.co.uk
Dance, Drama and Music: Chaos Youth Theatre After school drama workshops led by qualified drama workers. 4.00 pm - 5.30 pm on Tuesdays in term time. Exploring and developing drama skills and techniques with children P4 - P7. Helen O’Brien Tel 01738 477679 • Email [email protected] Fairfield Dance Project Young people aged 10 to 19 are offered free dance classes in weekly sessions. Some of these sessions will be sharing family events where all are encouraged to participate, culminating in a community dance performance. The project is supported by local community capacity workers. No audition or experience necessary. The project will run throughout 2014 and can accept new participants throughout the process. Peter Royston Tel 01738 477854 • Email [email protected]
44 45 Helen O’Grady Children’s Drama Academy - Perth Area Development through drama to encourage children’s communication skills, confidence and self-esteem. Classes for P1 - S4 held in Tulloch Community Centre in Perth on Wednesdays. Barbara Brett Tel 01382 330052 • Email [email protected] www.helenogradyeastcentralscotland.co.uk Horsecross Glè Horsecross Glè is a new Gaelic singing programme for young people aged 8-18 years. Led by professional Gaelic singing tutors, the group gives members the opportunity to learn the Gaelic language through traditional song. You do not need any experience of Gaelic to take part. Glè Juniors P4 - P7: Tuesdays 5.30 pm - 6.20 pm Glè Seniors S1 - S6: Tuesdays 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm Check the website for more details or call the box office to book. Tel 01738 621031 • Email [email protected] www.horsecross.co.uk/groups Horsecross Glee Have fun and improve your vocal skills through learning popular chart songs - you can suggest songs and we will also help you create your own arrangements. Horsecross Glee Juniors (P1–3 and P4–7) and Horsecross Glee (S1–6), both groups are open for all with no entrance audition and both will perform in a Creative Learning Showcase in June. Contact the Creative Learning team for more details. Tel 01738 477729 • Email [email protected] www.horsecross.co.uk/groups Inspire Dance Studio Inspire Studio is a dance, fitness and pilates studio based in the heart of Perth. Disabled access is available at the rear entrance. Offers classes for all abilities from ages 3 to 103. Dance styles include: Ballet; Tap; Jazz; Freestyle; Street; Highland; Contemporary; Baby Boogie.
46 47 Classes are led by fully qualified and insured instructors with prices starting from £3 pay as you go. A full timetable of classes is available on the website or you can contact as below or see Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/ inspirestudioperth/ Brooke Tel 07590 287138 • Email [email protected] www.inspirestudioperth.co.uk JGN Dance Attic Takes children from 18 months old and offers classes in Hip Hop, Street, Modern, Jazz and Fusion. Also run Musical Theatre School. Jackie Nicoll Tel 07786 942906 • Email [email protected] Julie Young Dance Studios & Centre for Performing Arts Classes from age three in Ballet, Tap, Highland, Jazz, all boys class, Hip-Hop, Drama & Acting Skills and Singing & Voice Coaching. New students always welcome. Phone or drop-in for more information. Tel 01738 587650 • Email [email protected] www.julieyoungdancestudios.co.uk Let’s Dance - Perth Creative dance classes led by leading specialists in the field. The group caters predominantly for the physically and mentally disabled. Inclusion is encouraged and carers and friends encouraged to participate. The group meets weekly at Fairfield Community Centre. New members always welcome. Peter Royston Tel 01738 477854 • Email [email protected]
46 47 Perth Youth Dance Company An opportunity for secondary aged children to train in dance in a creative and supportive environment. The group is led by excellent dance specialist tutors offering a range of styles but predominantly Contemporary and Street Dance. The group also works on choreography and has opportunities to perform their work. There is an end of year (June) performance of dance in Perth Concert Hall. This group is run in conjunction with Horsecross Arts. Peter Royston Tel 01738 477854 • Email [email protected] Perth Youth Theatre Learn about all aspects of theatre including performance, sound, lights, direction and stage management from theatre professionals. Youth theatre sessions will link closely with the productions on our main stage and will focus on building on theatre skills including acting, stage combat, physical theatre and production. Perth Youth Theatre Juniors split P1–3 and P4-7 Perth Youth Theatre split S1–2, S3–4 and S5–6 Tel 01738 477729 • Email [email protected] www.horsecross.co.uk/groups The Dance Bank - Perth Area Dance classes for all age groups. Baby Ballet Plus One is a ‘carer and toddler’ class from 16 months. Ballet and Tap classes are available from 2½ and Jazz starts at 4 years old. Fun and enjoyable classes helping create fitness, exercise and dance experience for all ages including adults. Tel 01738 633004 • Email [email protected] www.thedancebank.co.uk
48 49 Indoor Play Areas: Active Kids - Stanley Indoors - Soft Play Area, Café and Toy Shop. Outdoors - Play Fort, Pedal Go-kart Track, Tractor Ted’s Little Farm, Trampolines, Farm Animals and more. See website for more details. Gill Whiteford Tel 01738 827286 • Email [email protected] www.activekidsadventurepark.co.uk Noah’s Perth A specially equipped children’s soft play barn for the under 12s at Glendevon Farm, Perth. Tel 01738 445568 • Email www.noahsperth.co.uk Tiso Tots Children’s soft play area including slides, rope bridges, mini trampolines, tumble tower and rope swings. Tel 01738 643 464 • Email [email protected] Bell’s Sports Centre Soft Play area for children aged 2 to 8 years. A fun inflatable wonderland for children to play, hide and have great fun, with slides, ball pools and a range of inflatable obstacles. Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk
Leisure Facilities: Dewars Centre Dewars Centre in Perth offers a state-of-the-art curling ice rink and indoor bowling arena. Tel 01738 454700 • Email [email protected] www.dewarscentre.co.uk George Duncan Athletics Arena The George Duncan Athletics Arena is a fantastic all-weather floodlit athletics facility that also offers a hammer throwing cage and a spectators grandstand.
48 49 The arena is capable of staging athletics competitions up to regional standard and local groups that use the facilities provide structured opportunities for people who wish to take up or develop an existing talent in any athletics discipline. Tel 01738 633130/454460 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Glenearn Community Campus Glenearn Community Campus provides modern, high-quality facilities for the community including a multi-use games area, sports/assembly hall and music, art, drama and meeting rooms. The campus also includes Inch View Primary and Nursery School. State-of-the art classrooms combine with the latest sports and cultural facilities to provide first class education, learning and leisure use. Glenearn Community Campus is also available for use outside school hours and offers an excellent range of facilities for local interest groups, organisations and individuals. Bookings for the sports facilities, meeting rooms and community spaces at the Community Campus can be made by contacting Live Active Leisure. Tel 01738 472454 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Live Active Letham Provides a wide range of leisure opportunities and community activities for the residents of Letham and beyond. The sports hall caters for virtually all indoor sports while the gym provides all you need for a great workout. Tel 01738 633130 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Live Active Rodney Live Active Rodney provides exercise and fitness opportunities in Perth. Tel 01738 630901 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk
50 51 Perth Leisure Pool Perth Leisure Pool is complete with flumes and fun features ensuring there is something for everyone. Kids will love the Outdoor Lagoon and parents will love that kids under 5 go free! See the website for details of swimming classes for all ages. Tel 01738 454654 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Active Fun Programme at Bells Sports Centre Active Fun Activities for primary school age children include badminton; boccia; fencing; football; golf; gymnastics; mini basketball; squash; trampolining. Further details are available on the website or you can check with the centre. Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk/active-fun Active Schools - Perth Area Active Schools is a national initiative aimed at encouraging more children and young people, including those with additional support needs, to get and stay active. Contact your Active Schools Co-ordinator for information about activities and clubs available locally. Perth Academy Alys Hughes Tel 01738 472238 • Email [email protected] Perth Grammar David Paul Tel 01738 472239 • Email [email protected] Perth High - City Dale Robertson Tel 01738 472237 • Email [email protected] Perth High - Rural Christine Cook Tel 01738 454419 • Email [email protected] St John’s Academy Joy Cameron Tel 01738 454423 • Email [email protected]
50 51 Countryside Ranger Service, Perth & Kinross Council Advice on wildlife gardens, conservation, educational visits, places to go and things to do or not do in the countryside. Dave Stubbs/Jerry Evans Tel 01738 475000 • Email [email protected] Family Activities at The Black Watch Castle and Museum There are lots of fun things to do at the Museum – something for children of all ages! Check the website for details of Family Activity Backpacks, Activity Sheets and Children’s Trails as well as regular events for families. Tel 01738 638152 • Email [email protected] theblackwatch.co.uk/index/families Perth and Kinross Information Bookbug Sessions at local libraries Free, friendly, fun sessions of songs, rhymes and stories for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their families and carers to enjoy together are held in libraries across Perth and Kinross. See individual local entries for details of days and times. Rhymes and songs help your baby’s language skills and are great building blocks for your baby’s future learning. Sharing time singing with your babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers is a fantastic way to have fun together. And it’s a great place to meet other families. Tel 01738 477067 • [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk/library Find a sports club near you The Sports Development Team have created an online postcode function on the Perth & Kinross Council website. All you need to do is input your postcode and any sports club which has registered within a 15km radius of the postcode will be highlighted. Please get in touch if you require further information about what is available in your area or think a club you may be interested in hasn’t registered yet. Tel 01738 472236 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/findasportsclub
52 53 Heritage Service Perth Museum & Art Gallery houses one of the oldest collections in Britain, including archaeology, natural history, local history and art. A changing programme of exhibitions and free family events is arranged throughout the year. For more details: Tel 01738 632488 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk The Fergusson Gallery in Marshall Place, Perth has the largest collection of the works of John Duncan Fergusson. There is a changing programme of exhibitions throughout the year and an Art Cart with activity ideas to suit all ages. For more details: Tel 01738 783425 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk Entry to all exhibitions is free. Horsecross Arts Aims to inspire, entertain and delight by running lots of different shows, workshops and events throughout the year in Perth Concert Hall and Perth Theatre. Other venues will be used while Perth Theatre is closed for renovation. Tel 01738 621031 • Email [email protected] www.horsecross.co.uk Perth and Kinross Events and Festivals Perth and Kinross boasts an exciting and diverse annual events calendar of approximately 1,000 local, national and international events. Regular major events such as T in the Park, Blair Castle International Horse Trials, the Etape Caledonia and the Johnnie Walker golf championships are complemented by a hugely entertaining programme of local events and cultural activity. Check the events calendar on the Perth & Kinross Council website to find out what’s on in Perth and Kinross throughout the year. www.pkc.gov.uk Perth and Kinross Girl Guiding Information on Girl Guides groups throughout Perth and Kinross for girls, young women and adults from age 5 to 65. Rainbows 5-7 years; Brownies 7-10 years; Guides 10-14 years; Senior Section 14-18; Adult Volunteers 18-65 years. Tel 01738 443223 • Email [email protected] 52 53 Perth and Kinross Scout Association Information on Scout Groups throughout Perth and Kinross. Membership open from age 5 (Beaver) to age 25 (Network). More adult leaders aged 18 plus are needed to provide scouting for all the young people who want to be involved. Please contact for details of local groups or information on becoming an adult leader. Derek Colley Tel 01828 632500 • Email [email protected] www.perthandkinross-scouts.org.uk
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Additional Support Needs Children may require additional support or services for a variety of reasons and at different times in their lives. Families can also benefit from the support and guidance of others when meeting the needs of their children.
Local Information Glenfarg Riding for the Disabled Group The group offers riding lessons to children and adults with all forms of disability. Riding allows disabled people to develop physically, mentally and socially. Monday to Thursday - three sessions from 10.00 am to 10.30 am, 10.45 am to 11.15 am and 11.45 am to 12.15 pm. Tuesday evening - a one hour session starting at 7.00 pm. The group operates under the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) and further information is available on their website. Patricia Scotland Tel 01738 636641 • Email [email protected] www.rda.org.uk No Limits - Perth Activity and sports sessions for school-aged children with a disability. Thursdays 4.00 pm - 5.30 pm during term time, other days and times during school holidays. Sessions are led and supervised by sports coaches and provide a safe and fun, social environment for children. Please contact for further details and to book places. Tel 01738 454647 • Email [email protected] www.liveactive.co.uk Perth and Kinross Disability Sport - Family Activity Days Family activity days for young people with additional support needs up to the age of 21. Families are invited to take part in activities together with other families. Activities on offer will be varied including boccia, indoor curling, ball games/skittles, basketball, badminton and trampoline. 54 55 Sessions are based at the North Inch Community Campus in Perth, see the website for further details including dates. Please get in touch to book or for more information. Lynn Melville Email [email protected] www.perthandkinrossdisabilitysport.com Perth Dolphins - Perth Leisure Pool Disabled Club The Club is open to people with physical, learning and sensory disabilities. The Dolphins aim to provide a friendly environment so that individuals can gain enjoyment from the relaxing effect of the water regardless of their ability. Sessions take place every Sunday at Perth Leisure Pool - the first hour (6.00 pm - 7.00 pm) is dedicated to recreational swimming and the second hour (7.00 pm - 8.00 pm) is an opportunity to train for galas and competitions etc. Initially, new members must be accompanied by a helper who is able to swim but this need can be assessed from time to time. May Harris, Chairperson Tel 01738 628985 • Email [email protected] Irene Black, Treasurer Tel 01738 620239 • Email [email protected] Karin Skeet, Secretary Tel 01738 630639 • Email [email protected] Perth Strathtay Harriers Perth Strathtay Harriers is an amateur athletic club offering track and field training and competition opportunities. The club has an established inclusion programme to ensure that people of all abilities are welcomed to come along to take part in all club athletics. Primary school-aged children with additional support needs wishing to join the club are invited to attend on a Tuesday, 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm. A group for older children and adults meet on a Tuesday between 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm. Other training options exist depending on the individual needs of the athlete. This approach allows each person to have the best opportunity to realise their full potential. Jim Hunter Tel 01738 633835 • Email www.strathtayharriers.co.uk 56 57 Perth and Kinross Information ADHD Support Group - Perth and Kinross Set up to provide support, understanding and information to children, young people and families affected by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other associated social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Lorna Redford Tel 01738 587261 • Email [email protected] Crossroads Children’s Services (Perth & Kinross) Well-trained staff offer respite to the parent/carer, giving peace of mind to enjoy a well-earned break. The objective is to relieve stress in families caring for those with additional support needs. Belinda MacDougall Tel 01738 639460 • Email [email protected] www.crossroads-scotland.co.uk Deaf Action - Tayside Aims to ensure access to services available in the wider community and to promote the interests of deaf and hard of hearing people. Textphone 01382 227052 • Tel 01382 221124 Email [email protected] Disability Concession Information An information hub to give parents/carers of children with additional support needs the information they need about concessions that may be available to them for activities and days out across Scotland. Originally set up by a local family, the site is being maintained by Perth Autism Support, please contact them for further details. Tel 01738 451081 • Email [email protected] disability-concessions-info.webnode.com// Enable Scotland - Perth Provides information and support for families affected by Autistic Spectrum disorders. Tel 01738 449347 • Email [email protected] www.enable.org.uk
56 57 Headway Perth and Kinross Headway aims to promote understanding of all aspects of head/brain injury and to provide services for the brain injured, their families, and carers, offering support, information, outreach, advocacy and helpline. Tel 01738 550200 • Email [email protected] www.headway.org.uk MEAD ADHD Support Group This group is run by the MEAD (Minority Ethnic Access Development) Project for parents of children experiencing challenges associated with ADHD. The group meet monthly in Perth. Please contact Marlena for more information. Marlena Klapczynska Tel 01738 634789 • Email [email protected] MEAD - Better Breaks Fund for Minority Ethnic Families with Disabled Children The MEAD (Minority Ethnic Access Development) Project received funding through Shared Care Scotland to identify and support minority ethnic families of disabled or special needs children through culturally appropriate short breaks, befriending and a peer support group to provide relief for families. The project also aims to facilitate an awareness of available services that families may access for appropriate support. Marlena Klapczynska Tel 01738 634789 • Email [email protected] MEAD Carers Support Group This group is run by the MEAD (Minority Ethnic Access Development) Project for carers of disabled or special needs children. The group meets twice a month for a variety of activities like laughter yoga, reiki, massage and other complementary therapies, as well as cakes, teas and coffees. Please contact Marlena for more information. Marlena Klapczynska Tel 01738 634789 • Email [email protected]
58 59 Perth & Kinross Disability Sport Perth & Kinross Disability Sport is a registered Scottish Charity which aims to promote sport and physical activity for people with physical, learning or sensory disabilities at a local level. Their vision is to “lead the development of sport in Perth and Kinross for people of all ages and abilities with a physical, sensory and learning disability” and specific aims are to: • co-ordinate, develop and promote sports and physical activity amongst people with a disability in the Perth and Kinross area; • strengthen and extend the network of contacts, clubs and development groups throughout the Perth and Kinross area; • raise the profile of sport for people with a disability within the Perth and Kinross area and beyond. Sports which have a particular focus on improving participation include swimming, athletics, boccia, football, rugby, cricket and tennis. They work in close partnership with Perth & Kinross Council and local clubs to organise various opportunities and events with guidance and support from Scottish Disability Sport. Tel 01738 472242 Email [email protected] www.perthandkinrossdisabilitysport.com Perth Autism Support Perth Autism Support is a registered charity supporting children and their families who have either been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or who may be going through the assessment process. Services include: term-time activities; school holiday programmes; befriending service; short breaks; weighted therapy loan service; relaxation classes; sibling support; training; advice and information; resource library; transitions information; sensory workshops; communications workshops; education workshops. Tel 01738 451081 • Email [email protected] www.perthautismsupport.org.uk
58 59 Perth & Kinross Society for the Blind We provide services to any person, of any age, living within Perth and Kinross who has a significant visual impairment. We provide a range of services for individuals, their families or carers and other professionals and organisations. Services include: advice and information; assessment and rehabilitation services; hospital patient support service; social and leisure activities; visual awareness training. Tel 01738 626969 • Email [email protected] • www.pksb.org.uk Positive Choices Local disability information and advice service which aims to improve the quality of life for disabled people in Perth and Kinross by offering accurate, free, current and relevant disability-related information. Also offers self-management courses for those with long-term conditions. Tel 01738 440099 • Email [email protected] www.positivechoices.org.uk PUSHing for Social Inclusion An organisation promoting change that will lead to inclusion in the community for people in Perth and Kinross who have learning disabilities. Tel 01738 621929 • Email [email protected] • www.pushinfo.org SHIP (Support, Help and Integration in Perthshire) A parent-led self-help group, which aims to improve the quality of life for children with additional support needs by offering practical and emotional support to parents and carers, providing appropriate activities and facilities for the children’s needs and encouraging integration. Tel 07713 565120 • Email [email protected] www.ship-splash.co.uk SPLASH A play scheme which caters for the specialist needs of children with complex disabilities. Sessions run during Summer, Easter and October school holidays. Tel 07713 565120 • Email [email protected] www.ship-splash.co.uk
60 61 Services for Young People There are lots of organisations in the Perth and Kinross area which offer a range of support, activities and experiences for young people.
Local Information Perth & Kinross Council Youth Services - Perth Area Perth & Kinross Council Youth Services are part of Education & Children’s Services. We have a number of staff operating across the area and provide a wide range of activities, opportunities and services. If you are interested in things like joining a youth forum, doing your Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, volunteering or helping develop the local pages of the Young Scot Website, we can help. We can also provide you with local information on a range of issues and offer a place to come and just chat with one of the team. For more information on Youth Services in your area see the website, contact us by phone or pop in to the @Scott Street base in Perth. Tel 01738 474580 • www.youngscot.org.uk/perthandkinross Errol Youth Crew Errol Youth Crew meet with Youth Workers on a detached basis from 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm on the last two Mondays of the month during term time. They also meet within the Scott Street base in Perth on the first Monday of every month from 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm (term time). The group are involved in planning and delivering activities and events for local young people. The group are also involved in the planning and delivery of holiday activities. Ricky Evans Tel 01738 477677 • Email [email protected]
60 61 Fairfield P1-P7 Youth Club Tuesdays at Fairfield Neighbourhood Centre, from 5.00 pm - 6.30 pm. Mixed programme including crafts, games and cooking. Cost £1.25 per session, places limited. Karen Evans Tel 01738 477675 • Email [email protected] Fairfield S1+ Youth Drop In Youth drop-in for S1+ young people. Regular activities including pool, darts and table tennis as well as a programme of activities including cooking, fundraising, DJ workshops etc. All sessions are free. Sessions run on Thursday evenings (term time) from 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm in the Fairfield Neighbourhood Centre. Karen Evans Tel 01738 477675 • Email [email protected] Kids of Letham Association Youth Club for 8-12 year olds which meets in Letham Sports Centre, Tuesdays 6.30 pm - 8.00 pm. Tel 01738 633130 Letham Drop-In A 12 plus Drop-In Youth Club serving the Letham area of Perth. Runs 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm on Friday evenings in the Letham Sports Centre. Shaun Bartlett Tel 01738 477645 • Email [email protected] Letham Girls Group A 12 plus Youth Club for girls from the Letham and Tulloch areas of Perth. Runs 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm on Tuesday evenings. Please contact for more details. Shaun Bartlett Tel 01738 477645 • Email [email protected] Muirton Park Youth Crew Open to all young people aged 12-25. Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays during term time from 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm.
62 63 Programme of mixed activities designed by young people includes cooking sessions, arts and crafts, fundraising, Youth Achievement Awards, information nights, sports and quizzes. Contact Karen for more info. Karen Evans Tel 01738 477675 • [email protected] Scone Youth Crew Scone Youth Crew meet within RDM Primary School every Thursday from 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm during term time. The group are involved in planning and delivering activities and events for local young people. The group are also involved in the planning and delivery of holiday activities. Ricky Evans Tel 01738 477677 • Email [email protected] South Perth Youth Services Craigie/Moncreiffe Youth Group meet every Tuesday in term time from 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm. Activities include sports, cooking, baking, wii, DJing, workshops etc. A variety of workshops and projects in Craigie/Moncrieffe area at various times though the year. South Perth Photography Group meet at Perth High School often on Friday lunch times, contact Gary Brown for info. Street work in the Craigie/Moncreiffe area, 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm approximately on every second Monday of the month. Gary Brown Tel 01738 477678 • Email [email protected] Perth and Kinross Information Cool2Talk Information on health matters and local services for young people in Tayside. Anonymous, free and confidential. www.cool2talk.org
62 63 Perth & Kinross Council Youth Rights Service Our children and youth rights and independent advocacy workers will: listen to you and respect you and your views; explain what your rights and responsibilities are; help you speak out and be listened to. What you talk to us about is private and confidential and we will not tell anyone else without your permission. However, it is our duty to involve other Services if we feel that what you tell us puts you or another person at risk - if this happens we will always talk things through with you first. You can get in touch with the Council’s Children & Youth Rights Worker by sending a text to 07999 589953 or via contacts below. Tel 01738 474584 • Email [email protected] • www.pkc.gov.uk Young People Counselling Service A service to help young people aged between 4 and 18 understand and begin to deal with issues caused by: • relationships with family and friends; • feelings about how to deal with growing up; • coping with personal relationships. Alison Murray Tel 01382 203743/221605 Email [email protected] www.couplecounsellingtayside.co.uk
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Health and Wellbeing
Perth & Kinross Community Health Partnership - Children Young People and Families Services The Community Health Partnership aims to establish and develop high- quality local services, with health services, social services and voluntary organisations working closely together to provide services that meet the needs of children, young people and families in Perth and Kinross. Services include Health Visiting; Domestic Violence; School Nursing; Violence Against Women; Child Protection; Looked After Children; Young Carers; Young People’s Health Team; Self-Harm/Suicide in Children and Young People. To find out more, please visit the website which includes: information on wider services; signposting to appropriate help and advice on a range of topics which may concern children, young people and their families. www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/patients/children/PCHP_CFS/index.shtml www.facebook.com/PKCYPF Local Information Active Beginnings 2014 Friendly and informative group for new mums held in Café Active at Bell’s Sports Centre in Perth. Mums can come along when their baby is six weeks old and enjoy a series of talks and taster sessions. At the group you can enjoy a cup of tea and make new friends while gaining valuable advice on active living, health and wellbeing for you and your baby. There is no need to book, you can just turn up. Please contact Katie for further information. Katie Johnson Tel 01738 454650 • Email [email protected]
64 65 Quit4U Scheme ‘Quit4U’ is an incentive scheme available to most residents living in Perth and Blairgowrie, Alyth, Rattray, Coupar Angus and Meigle (postcode dependant) who would like to try and give up smoking. The scheme offers an ASDA (Perth and Dundee) gift card credit of £12.50 per smoke-free week for a maximum of 12 weeks over a 20 week period. Credited ASDA gift cards can be used for food and groceries in the ASDA store. To join the scheme, residents can go along to any pharmacy in Perth or go along to a local stop smoking group and register to join the scheme and fill in the required forms. There is also a dedicated worker who can attend community groups/ events/information sessions when required. Tel 07766 424472 Perth and Kinross Information ‘Give It Up for Baby’ Engage with pregnant clients who live in Perth and Kinross and promote the Give it Up for Baby Scheme which gives an incentive of £12.50 per week. Support clients throughout their time on the scheme and ensure they have access to a local pharmacy service. Referrals can be made by any professionals or clients can self-refer. Tracey Furness Tel 07766 424472 • Email [email protected] Mindspace Counselling Service Offer counselling to people who are facing a wide range of difficulties or challenges such as: bereavement or loss; isolation, anxiety or depression; stress of work or in the home; difficulties in family or intimate relationships. Mindspace offer counselling to: • adults aged over 18 - sessions are held at our premises in York Place, Perth; • young people aged 11-25 - sessions are held at our premises in York Place, Perth as well as Kinross, Crieff, Blairgowrie, Pitlochry, Aberfeldy and Dunkeld. There is also a specific service for women who have experienced violence of any kind (emotional, physical, sexual). 66 67 All counsellors have completed or are undergoing advanced counselling training and have supervision and support for their practice. They are trained in a variety of counselling and psychotherapy models. You can find out more about the service by phone, email or on the website. Tel 01738 631639 • Email [email protected] www.mindspacepk.com NHS Tayside Smoke Free Services - Smoking Cessation If you want to stop smoking you can sign up at any pharmacy for support and free nicotine replacement therapy products. Please get in touch for more local support and information. Tel 0845 600 9996 Perth and Kinross Mental Health Directory of Services A directory of mental health services in Perth and Kinross, primarily containing adult services. It also includes national services, telephone helplines and useful websites including support for children. The directory can be accessed via the following link. www.pkc.gov.uk/article/1720/Mental-health Smoke Free Homes Scheme The scheme simply asks smokers to acknowledge the effect that their smoking has on others such as children, other family members and pets. Encourages them to sign up to making their homes smoke free, but not for them to quit smoking. However there will be close links with cessation services and cessation support will be readily available. The dedicated worker can attend community groups/ events/information sessions when required. Call or text the mobile number given. Tel 07554 333314
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Work and Finance Maintaining a healthy work/life balance is important for family life. However there are times when families need additional support or guidance on issues such as careers and employment, finance and benefits. Details of agencies and organisations which may be able to help are included.
Perth and Kinross Information Benefits Advice - Library Outreach Project Benefits are changing - be prepared. One-to-one support available from a benefits adviser in local libraries within the Perth and Kinross area. This new initiative offers advice, information and support with managing your online benefit applications and other entitlements to maximise your household income. To arrange an appointment at a library near you or to find out more, contact Perth Citizens Advice Bureau. Tel 01738 450581 • Email [email protected] www.perthcab.org.uk Childminding as a Career The Childcare Strategy Team organises Pre-Registration training courses which are designed to give you all the information you need to get started as a childminder. The courses are very informal and involve quite a lot of group discussion. Please contact the team if you might be interested in attending one of the courses or just want to find out more about what is involved in becoming a childminder. Tel 01738 472350 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/families
68 69 Perth & Kinross Foodbank All food given out by foodbanks is donated. Often this is from schools, churches, businesses, individuals, or through supermarket collections. Foodbank volunteers offer shoppers a ‘foodbank shopping list’ and ask them to buy an extra item with their shop. This food is then handed to volunteers waiting beyond the checkout who pack it before it is taken to the foodbank warehouse for further sorting and storage. Professionals from statutory and voluntary organisations such as doctors, health visitors, social workers, welfare officers, the police and probation officers, identify people in crisis and issue them with a foodbank voucher. People bring their voucher to a foodbank centre where it can be exchanged for three days’ supply of emergency food. The list of foods in each parcel has been designed by dieticians to provide recipients with nutritionally balanced food. Some foodbanks run a delivery service, to get emergency food to clients living in rural areas and those who are unable to get to a foodbank. Check the website or contact Perth & Kinross Foodbank for further details. Tel 01738 626799 • Email [email protected] www.perthkinross.foodbank.org.uk Perth Citizens Advice Bureau Provides free, impartial and independent advice on issues such as benefits, housing issues, community care, health services, welfare rights, employment, education and debt. Based in Atholl Crescent in Perth; outreach service available in Aberfeldy, Blairgowrie, Crieff, Kinross and Pitlochry. Tel 01738 450580 • Email [email protected] www.perthcab.org.uk Skills Development Scotland (Careers Scotland) Skills Development Scotland is a national organisation operating throughout Scotland, delivering high-quality careers information, advice and guidance services to support the people of Scotland. Services are available to people of all ages and are impartial, confidential and based on individual need. Careers Advisers work in all secondary schools in Perth and Kinross as well as working in the community and local Job Centres.
68 69 There is a public careers centre well served with resources and staff in Perth. People are invited to phone to make an appointment or access the web service through the website given. Services are free and for all ages. Tel 01738 637639 • www.myworldofwork.co.uk Welfare Rights Perth & Kinross Welfare Rights Team is part of the Council’s Housing & Community Care Service. They provide free, confidential and impartial advice and information on a wide range of issues including Welfare Benefits (including appeal representation); housing problems/homelessness and debt problems. Tel 01738 476900 • Email [email protected] www.pkc.gov.uk/welfarerights
70 71 Community Involvement There are lots of opportunities to get involved in your local community. Many parents and carers find this a good way of building friendships with others in their area and of gaining new skills. Individuals can get involved in helping to run their local parent & toddler group or playgroup, supporting their local school through the Parent Council or participating in a wide range of community events, groups and associations, where everyone with an interest will be made very welcome.
Local Information Community Capacity Building Team - Perth Area The role of the Community Capacity Building Team is to support community members and groups to play a full and meaningful role to develop their neighbourhoods, inform local service developments and celebrate their achievements. They do this by building skills in the community; by encouraging full involvement; developing community organisations and promoting equal opportunities within organisations. For advice, support and information on developing your community organisation or to find out more about what’s happening where you live, contact your local Community Capacity Building Worker. Fairfield, Muirton and North Muirton Tel 01738 477677 • Email [email protected] Judy Barrow • Tel 477676 • Email [email protected] South Perth, Carse of Gowrie and Scone Tel 01738 477674 • Email [email protected] Gill Motion • Email [email protected] Letham, Tulloch and Double Dykes Tel 01738 477640 • Email [email protected] Chris Sanderson • Email [email protected]
70 71 Perth and Kinross Information Home-Start Volunteers Home-Start Perth is a voluntary organisation working to support families by matching them with a parent volunteer. Volunteers offer support and encouragement where it is needed, helping parents understand and respond to the needs of their young children. Kirsty Richardson Tel 01738 638847 • Email [email protected] www.homestartperth.org.uk The Volunteer Centre Perth and Kinross Services for Volunteers: Offers information and support to enable people of all ages and abilities to access the best possible volunteering experience for them. There are many reasons why people want to volunteer - for some it’s an opportunity to give back to their community, meet other people, make friends and gain new experiences. It can be an opportunity to use their skills and it can also be a chance to do something that can help with gaining paid employment or even getting on to a training course. Volunteers can have an opportunity to do something useful and gain new skills and may increase confidence and self-esteem. We promote and administer the Scottish Government’s Saltire Awards for young volunteers. Our Perth drop-in is open 10.00 am until 4.00 pm Monday to Friday and for those who live outside of Perth City, one of our development officers would be happy to meet with you in your own community. Services for Organisations: We also work with voluntary and community organisations offering information and support to help with their development, eg constitutions, policy development, funding applications, training. For organisations which include volunteers, we offer training and guidance in good practice – offering the opportunity to achieve the Volunteer Friendly Award, organise volunteer recruitment events and networking groups. Jennifer Kerr (Manager) Tel 01738 567076 • Email [email protected] www.vaperthshire.org
72 73 We Care Perthshire - Volunteering Opportunities Do you have a couple of hours a month or more to spare and would like to make a difference that really matters to a child with a disability? We Care Perthshire provides volunteer support to children affected by disability and their families. The service involves befriending, child sitting and providing emergency support in their home, along with our already established school holiday playscheme. We Care Perthshire covers the area of Perth & Kinross Council for families receiving a service from the Child Health Team. You could make a big difference to the life of a child with additional needs and their family. We are looking for volunteers who can provide supportive friendships and act as a positive role model for a child, to enable them to pursue and develop a particular interest or hobby and generally to broaden their horizons. As a volunteer you can both enjoy building a rewarding relationship. Your care and support will help to give parents a break from their caring role. Doreen Christie Tel 01738-454388 • Email [email protected]
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Useful Telephone Numbers
Childcare & Family Information Service 0845 601 4477 Perth & Kinross Council: Customer Service Centre 01738 475000 Child Protection (24 hour service) 01738 476768 Social Work 01738 476700 Family Protection Unit (Police) 01738 892912 Women’s Aid/Domestic Abuse 01738 639043 Citizens’ Advice Bureau 01738 450580 Welfare Rights Team 01738 476900 Police Scotland (non-emergency) 101 Jobcentre Plus 0845 606 0234 NHS 24 (Emergency Healthcare) 08454 24 24 24 Childcare Strategy Team 01738 472350
Out of Hours Emergency Numbers
Adult Care Services 0845 301 1120 Anti-Social Behaviour Helpline 01738 476173 Child Protection 01738 476768 Council Housing Emergency Repairs 0845 301 1110 Dangerous Buildings/Flooding/Environmental Health 01738 625411 Homelessness 0800 917 0708 Mental Health Services 0845 301 1120
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