Sheldon School in Chippenham has been formally recognised for its work supporting pupils with caring responsibilities after achieving the Young Carers in Schools Award. The award highlights the school’s proactive approach to identifying young carers early and making sure they receive the support they need throughout their education. Young carers are children and young people...
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Hardenhuish School Chippenham wins award for supporting young carers
Hardenhuish School in Chippenham has been awarded a prestigious national accolade for the work it does to support pupils who help care for family members at home. The school received the Young Carers in Schools Award on 5 December 2025.Young carers are children under 18 who play a vital role supporting relatives with illness, disability,...
Carers’ Centre urges unpaid carers to get winter-ready with money advice and ‘Chat with Charlie’
Unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset are being encouraged to prepare for the colder months by making the most of the financial and practical support available through The Carers’ Centre. The charity is urging anyone caring for a loved one to explore ways to maximise their income, access energy advice and apply for...
The Carers’ Centre in Bath wins Excellence for Carers Award
The Carers’ Centre in Bath is delighted to have received an Excellence for Carers Award from Carers Trust. The award is the standard for best practice in services, advice and information for unpaid carers. The Carers’ Centre is part of the Carers Trust’s network of local carer organisations and was rigorously assessed for its service,...
Hardenhuish School receives Bronze Award for support of young carers
Hardenhuish School in Chippenham has achieved a Bronze award for its work to make sure students don’t miss out on an education because they are young carers. The Young Carers in Schools programme helps primary and secondary schools improve outcomes for young carers and celebrates good practice through the Young Carers in Schools Award. Young...