Advice for Parents, Carers and Students

Advice for Parents and Carers
Supporting your child through the Corona Virus Pandemic

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) right now. It’s also understandable if your children are feeling anxious, too. Children might find it difficult to understand what they are seeing online or on TV – or hearing from other people – so they can be particularly vulnerable to feelings of anxiety, stress and sadness. But having an open, supportive discussion with your children can help them understand, cope and even make a positive contribution for others. Read more about how to talk to your child about Corona Virus at: https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19

To help your child keep busy and active throughout this time period, please see some advice below:

1. Make sure children have got a space to work and the equipment they need
2. Set up a desk in a quiet corner of the house where your child can keep their laptop, books and notes - they’ll find it much easier to focus and the rest of the family can continue life as normal...read more here.

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