Supporting Children and Young People in Skipton and Craven
Our vision is simple: Build a community where every child and young person is celebrated and knows they belong. To do this, we support children and families who are experiencing vulnerabilities to build resilience, thrive and achieve.
170 children come through our doors every week
Who We Support
Children aged 4 to 19 who either live or attend school in North Yorkshire, or are registered to a GP Practice in Craven.
Young people with SEND up to the age of 25 who either live or attend school in North Yorkshire, or are registered to a GP Practice in Craven.
Refer a child
FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS
You can refer your child by completing the referral form in full. Please provide as much information as you can, as this helps us determine the level of support your child needs. We may ask you for more information, so we can make sure your child gets the right support.
FOR PROFESSIONALS
A child can also be referred to SELFA by a professional working with them or their family. This can be a teacher, a social worker, a support worker, a health visitor, or an agency such as Carers’ Resource or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
REFER YOURSELF
If you’re a young person, you can self-refer too. We ask that you provide the details of a professional who may be supporting you so they can share additional details.
How You Can Help
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Fundraise
Your money will go directly towards helping SELFA provide health & wellbeing programmes.
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Donate
100% of your donation will support our children to build self-esteem and feel they belong.
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Volunteer
Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back and there are lots of different ways to volunteer at SELFA.
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Current Activities in our calendar
We provide health & wellbeing programmes, targeted holiday activities, peer-support groups and mental health support for children and young people.
SELFA News and Updates
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Developmental Language Disorder: The hidden condition affecting two children in every classroom
Many of us struggle to find the right words for what we want to say. Sometimes, it’s hard to follow conversations or explain how you’re feeling. But for children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), this is their everyday experience. Around one in 14 people have DLD, which is roughly two children in every primary school…
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World Mental Health Day: How we support children’s wellbeing
Having the right support at the right time can make a world of difference, especially to children and young people. That’s why at SELFA, we focus on helping children understand their emotions and feelings, build confidence, develop positive coping strategies and talk about worries. At SELFA, we’re proud to provide a range of services that…
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How we support children and young people with ADHD
October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to challenge misconceptions and build greater understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. At SELFA, around 20 percent of the children and young people we support have ADHD. Every day, we see the incredible strengths, creativity and resilience they bring, while also recognising some of the challenges they may…