Education

Our Young Carers Educational Service offers all schools across Dumfries and Galloway information, support and advice on identifying Young Carers and supporting them in education and their lives.

We aim to raise awareness of the Young Carers Statement and want to work in partnership with schools to ensure Young Carers feel valued, respected and understood. Allowing education professionals to feel confident in listening to Young Carers and understanding the impact of their caring role.

Secondary Schools

Our Young Carers Educational Worker can provide staff information sessions, teacher training and targeted year group assemblies. We have a range of teaching resources and awareness raising materials that can be provided.

Primary Schools

Our Young Carers Educational Worker can provide staff information sessions, teacher training and school or class assemblies. We have a range of teaching resources and awareness raising materials that can be provided.

Access our Education Resource Library

Schools involved with our education work can access our Education Resource Library using the password sent to your school. There are resources for both Primary and Secondary teachers to raise awareness of Young Carers in the classroom.

Access Library Here

If you are not yet involved in the Young Carers Education Service then please get in touch with our Educational Officer today to access our resources.

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Over 50% of Young Carers in Dumfries and Galloway felt stressed and tired at school, college or university.

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