Young Carers at Our School

At our school, we are proud to support our amazing Young Carers — children who help to look after someone at home who might need extra care, such as a parent, grandparent, or sibling. We understand that being a young carer can sometimes be challenging, and we want to make sure these pupils have time to relax, have fun, and talk to people who understand.

Every Wednesday lunchtime, our Young Carers meet together for a special Lunch Club. This is a safe, friendly space where they can chat, share experiences, and enjoy some time away from their usual responsibilities.

During the club, children take part in a variety of activities such as:
🍳 Cooking simple meals and snacks
🎨 Arts and crafts projects
💬 Games and talking time with friends and staff

It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends, build confidence, and have a bit of fun in the middle of the week.

Our staff work closely with families and local support services to make sure every young carer in our school feels recognised, supported, and valued. We are so proud of the kindness, strength, and resilience our young carers show every day.

If you know a Young Carer who could use a little support, please contact Clare Sharp, our Family Support Worker on the  email below.

familysupportworker@parkviewprimary.hants.sch.uk

Please find details and a link to Basingstoke Young Carers below.

Who We Are

Basingstoke & District Young Carers, a registered Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO), is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by young carers (aged 8 to 18), in the Basingstoke & Deane district. With an estimated 700,000 young carers nationwide (though the actual number may be higher), these resilient young people, shoulder caregiving responsibilities that impact their lives in profound ways.