Parents

Our approach is designed to give pupils a voice and for them to feel empowered, able to identify and articulate their feelings and needs, and enable them to make healthy choices. In primary schools, Harold, our healthy-living giraffe mascot, helps to convey these messages to children, within a magical learning environment. Children and young people experience fun, engaging and memorable workshops with ALEC and Coram Life Education.

To support families, we have a dedicated Family SCARF
area on our Coram Life Education SCARF website. Here you will find activities and information that can help build positive relationships and help your child to be their best, both at school and at home.

You may also find the following links useful:

Brain/Mental Health
Young Minds – Support and advice for parents
Breathing Space – Listening, information and advice
Brain Health Scotland – protecting our brain health

Online/Internet
Common Sense Media – helping families decide what is appropriate for their child’s age and stage Internet Matters – Resources and guides
Parentzone – Tools and advice
NSPCC – Online safety guides

Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes and Vaping
ASH Scotland – talking to teens about smoking
ASH Scotland – Young people and vaping information
Parent Club – How to talk to your child about vaping

Alcohol
Drinkaware – Talking to your child about alcohol
Barnardo’s – How to talk to children about alcohol and other drugs

Drugs
Talk to Frank – Drug information
Crew – Harm reduction and support