Umbrella
Etwall Primary School work closely with Umbrella.
Umbrella Derby and Derbyshire is a local charity that supports children and young people with additional needs and their families across Derby City and Derbyshire.
What Umbrella does
Umbrella provides a wide range of family support, activities and practical help for children and young people (typically aged 5–25/30) with disabilities or additional needs, including social, emotional and behavioural needs.
Their support includes:
- Family support and advice – helping parents/carers navigate services and access the right help
- One-to-one support at home or in the community, tailored to the individual child’s needs
- Social groups and youth clubs to develop friendships, confidence and independence
- Holiday play schemes and day trips to provide safe, structured activities outside school
- Short breaks and leisure opportunities for children and respite for families
- Skill-building activities, such as developing independence, communication and life skills
Who they support
Umbrella works with:
- Children and young people with additional needs or disabilities (including physical, sensory, learning and behavioural needs)
- Parents and carers, offering guidance, peer support and practical help
Why Etwall Primary School works with Umbrella
- Provide additional support beyond the school day
- Help develop social skills, confidence and independence
- Offer family support and signposting, complementing school-based provision
- Work collaboratively with schools, social workers and other professionals/docs/MP_Website__1_.png
