Pastoral Support
Our pastoral team is here to help...
Our pastoral team
Our pastoral team is here to offer support and assistance to all families at Stopsley. We aim to enhance and develop relationships with families to help your child reach their full potential.
We have a dedicated family suite which is friendly and welcoming. If you need any help or just want a chat, pop in to see us via the main reception or call : 01582 611035. You can also email our pastoral team at:
pastoral@stopsley.primaryluton.co.uk
Our parental engagement team
Four members of staff are readily available to help Stopsley's families with anything that they need. , Mrs Johnstone and Ms Mann can all be contacted on 01582 611035 or via the school office email address:
We offer support, information, advice and sign-posting with the following plus more...
- Attendance
- Free School Meals
- Parenting
- Completing Forms
- Transition
- Behaviour
- Referrals to agencies
- Home visits
- Uniform
- Housing
- Benefits
- Additional support and services
- General advice
Being a parent comes with the responsibility to prepare a child for the world he/she lives in. Parents provide the safety, security, joy, play and learning children need to be the best they could be, whilst allowing the chance for each child to find their place and purpose in life.
Sometimes we all need some support or guidance – if you ever need to talk to our family team or SEND team, please do get in touch.
Scroll down to find a variety of useful links which may help you.
Family Lives - Free 24 hour confidential helpline. Online advice and information
Citizens Advice Bureau - Free confidential impartial advice
Luton All Women's Centre - Run support groups for women of all ages and ethnic backgrounds
DAD info - Advice and support for fathers
Luton Borough Council Housing Needs - Assist with homelessness and housing needs
Healthy Child - Health and Nutrition Advice for parents
National Careers Service - Provide information, advice and guidance on learning, training and work
- 11/05/21We hope you enjoyed the first episode of ‘The Big Life Kids Podcast’ last week which looked at having a growth mindset. If you have missed it, do not worry. The link is still available on our school website in our Family Blog. This week, episode 2 continues to develop the though...Read Full Story
- 06/05/21
The Big Life Kids Podcast
Please check back on the Family Work blog as each week we will be posting an episode of a Podcast that you can listen to with your children at home.Read Full Story - 26/03/21
Luton Adult Learning Courses
We have a strong working partnership with Luton Adult Learning to help provide courses for parents and carers within our school community. The last year has been difficult to hold those face-to-face group sessions, which were always well attended. However, Luton Adult Learning are still holding sess...Read Full Story - 08/03/21
Some ideas to help support your child as they return to school
Here are some useful tips from Young Minds to help support your child on their return to school. The full article can be found by clicking on the words below... Young Minds After being off school for so long, it is only natural that many young people will be worried about returning...Read Full Story - 07/03/21
Virtual Gardening Sessions for Parents over zoom!
Are you a keen gardener or want to develop your gardening skills? Why not attend our free Gardening sessions over Zoom? There are two sessions available: Session 1 - Preparing to grow on Tuesday 16th or Thursday 18th March Session 2 - See sowing and growing on Tuesday 23rd or Thursd...Read Full Story - 12/02/21
Luton Adult Learning
Normally, we would be holding a range of Luton Adult Learning session in school but due to the current pandemic we are unable to. However, Luton Adult Learning are still running sessions online and are there to offer any support you need. There are some sessions which are being held for free. Please...Read Full Story - 12/02/21
Half term challenge at The Stopsley Community Garden
Are you looking for something to keep you busier on your walks during the half term? Why not head to 'The Stopsley Community Garden' in the village and take part in this challenge? How many hearts can you find around the garden? Have a great half term and stay safe!Read Full Story - 03/02/21
Looking for something to do on your family walks around the village?
We understand that during these difficult times, being inside all day can be really challenging. Some people have taken up going on walks to get some fresh air and break up the day. Why not head to the Stopsley Community Garden on St Thomas' Road and see what bugs you can find? Stop...Read Full Story - 05/11/20
Luton Adult Learning Update
The poster and information in the attachments below are about Free Employability Workshops and for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools which parents may find useful.Read Full Story - 15/10/20
Family Learning Festival 2020
Here is some information about the Family Learning Festival 2020 which is taking place on 17th October until 1st November 2020. There are a variety of free online events taking place during this time.Read Full Story - 05/10/20
- 29/09/20
Advice and Support
The links below are for advice, support and useful information for parents and carers. https://www.nspcc.org.uk/ Lots of useful advice and support under various headings https://parents.actionforchildren.org.uk/ Parent support and advice...Read Full Story