Traveller Education Service, Wrexham County Borough Council - Family support services


What we do

The Traveller Education Service works with children, young people and their families, schools and a range of professionals to promote high standards of attendance, engagement and attainment in education.
The service supports schools and settings to improve the capacity of schools to meet the needs of pupils from the Gypsy Traveller community to maximise their learning potential to ensure good outcomes, whilst being considerate of their cultural needs.

Data analysis of attendance forms the basis for a transparent, fair and equitable system of support for pupils and schools in Wrexham to improve attainment.

The Service also provides specialist, knowledgeable and up-to-date advice and training.

Who do we support

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children, young people and families.

Who do we work with?

• Children and Young People
• Parents and carers
• Staff in educational settings
• Staff within the Inclusion Service and other Education Services
• Staff from other LA departments such as Transport
• Staff from other support agencies including health
• Staff from Third Sector agencies

Is there a charge to use this service?

No

Can anyone use this service?

The service does have a criteria in terms of educational support but no formal referral. If a family gets in touch with the service or is informally referred by an agency, we will aim to engage and support the family to access education.

Service details for this family support services

Language: Bilingual

  • Can provide specialist support for families of children with disabilities / additional needs No Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further.
  • Relevant staff have a valid current DBS? Yes



 Address

 You can visit us here:

Ruthin Road
Bryn Offa
LL13 7UB



 Accessibility

 Opening times

Monday-Friday 8.45am-5pm (approx. depending on flexi working at times)