West Leigh Infant School

West Leigh Infant School provides "Early Help" by offering support to families before problems escalate, focusing on safeguarding and welfare through their dedicated policies and team, with contact usually made via the school office or designated safeguarding lead for concerns like welfare, safeguarding, or parenting challenges, ensuring children and families get the right support at the right time, linking to Southend City Council's wider early help services. 

How to Access Early Help at West Leigh Infant School:

1. Contact the School: Reach out directly to the school office (phone/email) or speak with a teacher, Headteacher, or the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) if you have concerns about a child or family.
2. Discuss Concerns: They can assess needs and provide or signpost to services, like parent support, mental health resources, or links to Southend's Early Help Hub.
3. Check Policies: Visit the school's website for their Safeguarding and Child Protection Policies for detailed information on their commitment to early help. 

What Early Help Means:

• Proactive Support: It's about intervening early to prevent issues from becoming more serious.
• Holistic Approach: Covers welfare, education, family challenges, and development.
• Community Focus: Works with local authority (Southend-on-Sea) services to offer coordinated help.