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Active Travel -www.sustrans.org.uk - Are working on practical projects so people can choose to travel in ways that benefit their health and the environment.

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Alliance for Inclusive Education - www.allfie.org.uk - Is a national network of individuals, families and groups who work together to help change our education system.  The site provides materials and ideas for people interested in inclusive education.

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Alupro - www.alupro.org.uk - Alupro's role is to ensure that packaging waste and recycling targets are met through working with local authorities and other partners and public education.

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Association for Citizenship Teaching - www.teachingcitizenship.org.uk - Offers knowledge, skills and resources for citizenship education.

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Barnsley Domestic Violence Group - www.barnsleydvg.org - Offers support, understanding and hope for everyone that suffers or has suffered domestic abuse.

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Barnsley Food Network - www.barnsleyfoodnetwork.org.uk - Includes information about the network, a directory of local food projects, where to buy locally produced food and training opportunities around food.
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Barnsley Primary Care Trust- www.barnsleypct.nhs.uk- Is a website that helps the people of Barnsley maximise health and social well being, and provides high quality health and social care services.

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Barnsley Youth Council - www.barnsleyyouth.com - The aim of the Youth Council is to enable young people to be involved in the decision making processes of Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and in the communities in which they live.

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Big Listen - www.biglisten.co.uk - Is a opportunity for schools to get involved in a campaign that is all about young people getting their voices heard.

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Big Lottery Fund - www.biglotteryfund.org.uk- BIG hands out half the good causes money from the National Lottery.  They are developing new programmes based on where you want lottery money to go.

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Bog-Standard - www.bog-standard.org - Is a campaign to promote better toilets for pupils.  Unpleasant school toilets can affect children's physical and psychological health.

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Borough of Barnsley Swimming Club - www.bobsc.co.uk - The clubs primary objective is to promote swimming throughout the Borough of Barnsley. It has over 100 members between the ages of 7 and 25 swimming at all competitive levels up to National Standard.
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Bully Alert - www.BullyAlert.com - Bully Alert is a way to report bullying or anti-social behaviour to your school or college.  It's free, completely confidential, anonymous and secure.

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Bullying Online - www.bullying.co.uk - Offers help, advice and tips for pupils and parents.  Guidelines, sample letters and bullying policies are available to download.

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Bully Off- www.bully-off.co.uk -Offers advice and information on bullying at school and  a quick guide to disorders like ADHD and dyslexia. Also workplace bullying. looking at laws, effects and procedures.

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Chat Danger - www.chatdanger.com - A site all about the potential dangers on interactive services online like chat, IM, online games, e-mail and on mobiles.

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Childline - www.childline.org.uk - Childline is a free helpline for children and young people in the UK.  Call 0800 1111 to talk about any problem.

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Children First and Always - www.childrenfirst.nhs.uk - is a interactive guide to life and health for children and young people.

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Citizens Advice Bureau -www.citizensadvice.org.uk - Advice and frequently asked questions on issues to do with family, health, housing, education, money, rights and the legal system.

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Connexions Direct - www.connexions-direct.com - Confidential advice and practical help for young people aged 13-19. Information on topics such as careers, health, housing and your rights.

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Concentrate  -www.concentrate.org.uk - Concentrate is an award winning company that creates and develops innovative products to help children concentrate at school.
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Consulting Pupils - www.consultingpupils.co.uk - On this site you will find:a summary of the aims and structure of the project and an introductory article Consulting Pupils, as well as useful links and networking details.

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Cragrats React - www.cragratsreact.com - is a comprehensive issue based theatre in education programme.

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Department for Education & Skills - www.dfes.gov.uk - was established with the purpose of creating opportunity, releasing potential and achieving excellence for all.

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Department of Health - www.doh.gov.uk - provides health and social care policy, guidance and publications.

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Don't Suffer In Silence - www.dfes.gov.uk/bullying - This website is intended to show pupils, their families and teachers how to tackle the problem of bullying.  It has new ideas, practical techniques and valuable experiences of those who have been bullied.

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Eatwell - www.eatwell.gov.uk - Eat well, be well - helping you make healthier choices.

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Eating Disorders - www.edauk.com - Help and information on all aspects of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder.
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Fire Kills - www.firekills.gov.uk - Gives safety tips, information on campaigns, Fire Safety leaflets and the Fire Prevention Handbook.

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Fit for the Future - www.barnsleyfit4thefuture.co.uk - Is a programme which is tackling health problems and inequalities across Barnsley.

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Food in Schools - www.foodinschools.org - Provides guidance and resources for anyone working in or with a school on food related activites.

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Foodlink - www.foodlink.org.uk - Is raising awareness amongst consumers of all ages about the simple steps they can take to keep their food safe.

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Food Standards Agency - www.eatwell.gov.uk/agesandstages Reliable and practical advice about healthy eating, including more detailed advice for young children.
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4 children - www.4children.org.uk - Is the national charity dedicated to creating opportunities and building futures for children.

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Freddy Fit - www.freddyfit.co.uk - The Freddy Fit Project provides children with an exciting , fun filled multi-disciplined experience.

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Government Funding - www.governmentfunding.org.uk  - is an online portal to grants for the voluntary and community sector from DfES, DOH, Home Office, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Government offices for the Regions.

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Guide Dogs - www.guidedogs.org.uk - Find information on fundraising events, campaigns, volunteering, sponsor a puppy and the pups club.
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Hedgehogs Website - www.hedgehogs.gov.uk - Advice on how to travel safely by foot, wheels and on the road.  See the latest tv ad and learn the green cross code.

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Higher Education Funding Council - www.hefce.ac.uk - Working in partnership, the Higher Education Funding Council for England promotes and funds cost-effective teaching and research.

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Institute for Citizenship education www.citizen.org.uk/education - Supports teachers to interpret the citizenship curriculum and works directly with teachers, students and LEA's to develop, pilot and evaluate resources that support the teaching and learning of citizenship.

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It's Not Okay - www.itsnotokay.org.uk - Provides information for teens, parents and professionals  on bereavement, bullying, divorce and separation, domestic violence and abuse.

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Lifebytes - www.lifebytes.gov.uk - Gives young people aged 11-14 facts about health in a fun and interesting way.  It includes sections on different health topics, some health conditions and healthy schools.

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Learning through Landscapes - www.ltl.org.uk - Is the National Schools Grounds Charity. Provides training, resources and support, and develops programmes and research that advance the understanding in the better use, design and management of school grounds.

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Mediation - www.mediationuk.org.uk - Is a national voluntary organisation dedicated to developing constructive means of resolving conflicts in communities.

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Mental Health - www.mentalhealth.org.uk - The Mental Health Foundation exists to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems.
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Milly's Fund - www.millysfund.org.uk - Promotes personal safety amongst children and young adults.  Contains safety sense, fund raising and order free resources.

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National Children's Bureau - www.ncb.org.uk - NCB is a charitable organisation that acts as an umbrella body for organisations working with children and young people in England and Northern Ireland.

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National Curriculum Online - www.nc.uk.net - For every subject this site has the programmes of study and non-statutory guidelines, attainment targets, notes and links to online teaching resources.

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National Family and Parenting Institute - www.nfpi.org - Is an independent charity working to support parents in bringing up their children, to promote the wellbeing of families and to make society more family friendly.

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National Healthy Schools - www.healthyschools.gov.uk - You can use this website to find out about the National Programme or the progress in your region or area.
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National Refugee Integration Forum - www.nrif.org.uk - Is the essential link between national, regional and local problem solving.  It's primary role is to identify and propose solutions to the issues that refugees face.
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NSPCC - www.nspcc.org.uk - The NSPCC's purpose is to end cruelty to children.  They can help if you are not sure what child abuse is and their free helpline on 0808 800 5000 offers help for anyone who is concerned about a child's welfare.

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Parentline Plus - www.parentlineplus.org.uk - Is a UK registered charity which offers support to anyone parenting a child.

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Peer Support Networker - www.peersupport.co.uk - In this web based magazine, they aim to disseminate the most recent research and practice in the field of peer support.

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Practical Parenting Advice - www.practicalparent.org.uk - Is a free one-stop resource for parents and professionals wanting tips and support on child behaviour, development and family relationships.

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QCA - www.qca.org.uk - QCA are committed to building a world-class education and training framework.  They regulate, develop and modernise the curriculum, assessments, examinations and qualifications.

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Recycle-More - www.recycle-more.co.uk - Recycling information centre.  Help and advice on all aspects of recycling at home, at school and in the workplace.

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RoSPA - www.rospa.com - The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents campaign for change and provide a large range of resources to inform, educate and help to prevent accidents in the home and garden.

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R U Thinking - www.ruthinking.co.uk- Provides sex advice, facts and answers.  Find out about STI's, clinics and condoms.

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Safer School Partnerships - ww.teachernet.gov.uk/saferschoolpartnerships - As part of the package of measures to tackle street crime and improve behaviour in schools, police officers were based in selected areas with high levels of street crime.  This initiative is known as Safer School Partnerships.

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Samaritans - www.samaritans.org.uk - The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support to those who are experiencing feelings of distress or dispair.  In the UK dial 08457 90 90 90, in the ROI dial 1850 60 90 90.

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School Councils - www.schoolcouncils.org - Is an independant charity which promotes and facilitates effective structures for pupil participation in every school.  Their vision is of young people as decision makers, stakeholders and partners in their schools and communities.

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School Food Trust - www.schoolfoodtrust.org.uk - The guide to introducing the food-based Standards for school lunches is available to download on this site.
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Schools Health Education Unit - www.sheu.org.uk - SHEU provides survey, research and publishing services.  They work with a wide range of people involved in the planning, providing and commissioning of health and education in the UK and overseas.

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Sutton Trust- www.suttontrust.com - The main objective of the Sutton Trust is to support innovative projects that provide educational opportunities for young people from non-privileged backgrounds.

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Sun Safe -www.sunsmart.org - Sunsmart is the UK's national skin cancer prevention campaign.  They provide information about skin cancer and sun protection for both the public and professionals.

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Surf4Health - www.surf4health.info - Play games and search for information on health, nutrition, diet and vitamins.

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Teachers - www.teachernet.gov - Provides information about teaching and learning, teaching strategy, teaching and learning tips, learning psychology and links to thousands of resources.

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Teen Weightwise - www.teenweightwise.com - This website is managed by the British Dietetic Association (BDA). It is an independant site with unbiased, easy to follow hints and tips to help manage weight for good. It will help you look at your current eating habits and physical activity levels and offer a practical approach to setting goals for lifestyle change.
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The Children's Society - www.childrenssociety.org.uk - The Children's Society is a leading national charity driven by the belief that every child deserves a good childhood.  They provide vital help and understanding for those forgotton children who face the greatest danger, discrimination or disadvantage in their daily lives.

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The Citizen Project -www.thecitizenproject.co.uk - This website is designed to help young people collect evidence for accreditation in Citizenship, through the ASDAN awards or as part of the half GCSE in Citizenship.  It provides an interactive medium for students to identify a community project and plan, record and evaluate their role within it.

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Think! Road Safety Website - www.thinkroadsafety.gov.uk - This website provides news of latest campaigns and road safety advice to keep everyone safer on the UK's roads.  You can download leaflets, factsheets and posters for more information and there are links to other sites that might be useful.

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Waste Watch - www.wastewatch.org - Is a national organisation which promotes and encourages action on the 3R's - waste reduction, reuse and recycling.
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Year of Food and Farming- www.yearoffoodandfarming.org.uk - A campaign to help children find out more about the countryside and where their food comes from. Throughout the Year, farmers, food producers and other organisations will be offering a bumper crop of ideas and events, information and teaching materials.
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Young Minds  - www.youngminds.org.uk- Is the national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children and young people.
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Youth Voice  -www.unicef.org.uk/youthvoice - UNICEF UK Youth Voice is a network of young people, aged 11-18, who are committed to children's rights.  By fundraising, campaigning and telling it like it is, you can speak up for the world's children, adding your voice to theirs.
 
 
 
 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

 

 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

 

 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

 

 
   
   
   
   
   

 

 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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