Understanding Neglect

Neglect means a child’s basic needs — food, clothing, care, supervision or medical help — are not met. It can have serious long-term effects on health and learning.

Regular school attendance and good communication between home and school help us spot early signs and offer support quickly.

 NSPCC – Neglect

Early Years 

Week 8 – Vocabulary of the Week

This week’s word is “frustrated.”

Frustrated is how we feel when something is tricky, doesn’t work the way we want, or takes a few tries to get right. It’s a very common feeling for young children, especially as they are learning new skills every day.

In EYFS, we help children learn words like frustrated so they can begin to talk about their feelings, rather than showing them through behaviour. When children can name how they feel, they are better able to manage those emotions.

You can support this at home in simple ways:

• Name the feeling in the moment – “It looks like you’re feeling frustrated because that isn’t working yet.”

• Link the feeling to the situation – “That puzzle is tricky — I can see why you might feel frustrated.”

• Model what to do next – “When I feel frustrated, I take a deep breath and try again.”

• Normalise the feeling – “It’s okay to feel frustrated — that means you’re learning something new.”

• Encourage problem-solving – “What could we try next?” or “Shall we do it together?”

You might also spot opportunities during everyday routines — building with blocks, getting dressed, or drawing — to gently introduce and revisit the word.

The more children hear and use words like frustrated, the more confident they become in expressing themselves. This supports not only communication, but also behaviour, resilience, and overall wellbeing.

Inclusion 

Click on the link to access the Padlet: 

https://padlet.com/agohil5/the-wood-end-primary-school-inclusion-toolkit-b8sdiw0559h1jd1b

Upcoming Workshops & Events: Week Commencing 23rd March
1. Intergenerational Healing: Parenting Differently

• Date: Tuesday, 24th March 2026, Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Format: Online via MS Teams

• Details: A men-only session focused on breaking cycles and taboos in parenting.

• How to Sign Up: Email parentingserviceadmin@ealing.gov.uk to register.

2. Addressing the Challenges: Fathers in Caring Roles for Children with SEN

• Date: Tuesday, 24th March 2026, Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Format: Online via MS Teams

• Details: Specifically for fathers and male carers of children with Special Educational Needs.

• How to Sign Up: Email parentingserviceadmin@ealing.gov.uk.

3. Successful Sleep Workshop

• Date: Wednesday, 25th March 2026, Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Format: Online

• Details: Hosted by the Early Start SEND Inclusion Team to help parents understand and manage sleep difficulties for children aged 0-5.

• How to Sign Up: Email earlystartsendworkshops@ealing.gov.uk

Save the Date

• Ealing Inclusive Sport Festival: Saturday, 28th March (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM) at Dormers Wells High School. This is a free "Have a Go" day for children and young people with additional needs.