Reaching Communities Project

As a result of a National Lottery Grant the Centre has established an innovative partnership with Havering and Brentwood Bereavement Service (HBBS )and the Havering Volunteer Centre. (HVC). The grant has enabled the Family Centre to develop its monthly Community Hub and to extend its work through the creation of three satellite   hubs  across the borough. The grant has allowed HBBS, based at the Family Centre to offer free bereavement counselling and for HVC to extend its work within the voluntary sector. 

Measuring Success. Shaping the Future

Feedback from a recent Inclusion Quality Mark Inspection which made specific reference to the work of the Ardleigh Green Family Centre……..

The Family Centre has an innovative approach to community support, including a weekly baby club that not only serves as a social gathering point but also plays a crucial role in early identification of children who may need additional support. This proactive approach in early years is instrumental in setting the foundation for effective long-term educational and social support. Additionally, the centre offers a one-to-one counselling room, debt advice through a newly installed debt booth, prenatal/postnatal support and adoptive support.”

 “The Family Centre stands as a beacon of inclusive and supportive practice, significantly contributing to the community it serves. The impact this has on both the school and the community is wide-reaching.”

“The FMILY Centre’s focus on empowering parents through various training plays a crucial role in engaging them in the school community. Providing childcare during meetings and training sessions further facilitates parental involvement, ensuring that they can actively participate in activities that enhance their ability to support their children’s education and well-being.”  fostering a supportive network that enriches the lives of many.”

“In partnership with various educational and community organisations, Ardleigh Green doesn’t just function as a school but as a vibrant community hub that inspires aspiration and innovation through shared values of equality and uniqueness.  This ethos of moral purpose is at the core of Ardleigh Green’s mission to ensure that every pupil is nurtured in an environment conducive to growth and development.”