Community Help & Support
At Saint Aidan’s CE High School, we understand that families can face financial challenges at different times, and we are committed to offering support, guidance, and compassion to every member of our community. No one should feel alone when facing these difficulties, and there is a wide range of help available both within school and across the local area.
This page has been created to bring together useful information about the support services, organisations, and resources that can help families manage financial pressures. Whether you are looking for advice on budgeting, access to food and essential items, help with school-related costs, or guidance on benefits and entitlements, there are services available to support you.
We encourage families to explore the information provided here and to reach out for support if needed. Our school is here to listen and to help connect you with the right services, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of financial circumstances.
Family support & early help
- Home-Start Blackpool Fylde & Wyre
Offers practical and emotional support to families with young children, including home visits, parenting support, and help during difficult times.
- Lancashire Children and Family Wellbeing Service
Local authority service offering early help, parenting support, and advice for families experiencing challenges.
- Family Action
Provides emotional support, guidance, and practical help through services like Family Line for families facing financial or personal difficulties.
Food banks & emergency essentials
Provides a food bank service for Preesall and Knott End
- The Pantry
A community food bank supporting families in Fleetwood with affordable food and essentials.
- Christian Care and Share
Provides food parcels and support for individuals and families in crisis.
- The Big Food Project (home of Blackpool Food Bank)
Offers emergency food provision and support for those struggling with the cost of living.
Advice, finance & practical help
- Citizens Advice – Wyre
Free, confidential advice on benefits, debt, housing, employment, and managing finances.
- Family Support Network
Works to connect families with services and professionals who can help them move from crisis to stability.
Specialist family & community charities
- Brian House Children’s Hospice
Supports families caring for children with life-limiting conditions, offering respite and specialist care.
- Donna’s Dream House
Provides respite breaks and support for children with serious illnesses and their families.
- Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity
Provides emotional and practical support to families with seriously ill children.
Other useful support (national but accessible locally)
These kinds of organisations can provide grants, advice, and access to wider support schemes available to UK families.
If you are unsure where to start, please contact the school—we can help you find the right support service for your family.