Young Carers

WHAT IS A YOUNG CARER?

A child caring for a parent, sibling or other family member who may have a long term illness or disability, mental health problems, learning disability or misuse of alcohol/drugs.

Many young carers are not recognised or are ‘hidden’ and may find it difficult to balance their own needs and those they are caring for. At St Mary’s Junior Academy we pride ourselves in doing our best to recognise who our young carers are and emphasise that it’s something to be proud of!

Young Carers are skilled in many ways because of their caring experiences but understandably, carrying out responsibilities can result in physical and emotional tiredness. This can have an effect on their school work, relationships with friends, and ability to engage in leisure activities.

St Mary’s Young Carers

Children at our school, who are young carers, are recognised, supported and celebrated. They have access to our Pastoral team during lunchtime on our Well Being Hub to have an opportunity to meet with others, relax and have fun! Sometimes, we take our Care Rangers on trips off site and link up with other Trust Schools. 

Adults who help us

All of the adults in school support us but Mrs Dale and Miss Maher are our Young Carers Champion and trusted adults.