The ACRE Family Support Team (formerly Alafia) Supporting black and minority ethnic families with a child (0-25) with additional needs or disabilities. Alafia works in partnership with local statutory, voluntary and community organisations to facilitate access to services by BME families in Reading.  We offer…

AnDY is a specialist clinic for the treatment of anxiety and / or depression in children and young people in the Berkshire area. "We offer assessments, treatment and research to children and young people who are experiencing difficulties with anxiety and/or depression. We will first offer you…

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture) in Maidenhead run apprenticeships and courses for agriculture, horticulture and arboriculture, visit website for more details. https://www.bca.ac.uk/

A free counselling service, primarily for children, young people and their families. We also provide training for teachers and help to set up anti-bullying and peer mentoring schemes. Adult counselling also available there is a charge, visit website for more details on service available. Contact via…

Barnardo's is a large national charity that works with local authorities across the UK to provide a broad range of fostering and adoption services, including placements for children with extra needs. Providing tailored solutions to meet local placement needs. Barnado's are committed to improving children's…

Supporting children and young people in care or care leavers. Charity used to be called the "Who Cares? Trust" "We provide help, support and advice to children in care and young care leavers so that they can unleash their potential and take control of their…

Visit Brighter Futures for children Youth Zone, to find out more about the following: Activities things to do Youth Service Elevate ~ Careers Service Mental Health Support Reading Youth Council ReachOUT Young Carers Being in Care Care Leavers

Brightside is a charity that helps young people access the education and career pathways they might not have believed were available to them. "We want to make sure that it’s talent, not background, that determines the education opportunities and careers that are available to young…

Champions the interests of children involved in family proceedings. Professionally qualified social work staff, called Family Court Advisors (FCAs) work exclusivley in family courts. Visit website for more details.