Fox Cubs - Early Days Safe Spaces

Giving families the right support from the very start of their SEND journey.

Do you have a feeling that your child experiences the world differently? Many parents notice signs long before a formal assessment is available, and you don't have to navigate those questions or take the next steps alone.

What We Can Offer

Through our Early Days service and partnership with Beth Amos & Wildflower Neuro, we can provide professional, informal assessments, expert guidance and practical support, helping families understand their child's needs, putting in the right support, and accessing the right pathways while navigating the long wait for a formal assessment and diagnosis.

Fox Cubs Early Days Unit (EDU) will deliver targeted, early intervention from reception level, helping to make sure that families receive the right support from the very start of the education journey.

By addressing needs before they escalate, we can give children the best possible start at school and reduce the risk of exclusion and problems later on. Research consistently shows that early intervention makes a significant difference for neurodivergent children and their families. It not only supports children’s learning and wellbeing, but also empowers parents, giving families the tools and confidence to navigate their SEND journey with greater resilience from the very start.

Working in partnership with Beth Amos, BSc (Hons) MSc PGDipSW, of Wildflower Neuro, our Early Days Unit(EDU) will provide a welcoming space where families can access specialist support and advice and supportive group therapy sessions from the moment differences are noticed.

Beth has spent over 20 years working with children and families across education, social care and mental health - including 13 years in local authority children's services, and over 5 years in NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) as a mental health practitioner and ADHD clinical lead and assessor. She is also a registered Social Worker.

She currently works as a children’s autism assessor within an NHS commissioned service. Beth also has a child with autism - which means she understands the journey personally as well as professionally.

We are delighted that Beth has agreed to become an Early Days partner and are excited to work alongside her to support Havenswood families. Her combination of clinical expertise, practical guidance and lived experience will help us provide compassionate, informed support for children and families who may be seeking answers, navigating assessment pathways, or simply looking for advice and reassurance during the early years.

Beth offers a free discovery call to parents, so they can learn more and find out if this service is the right one for them before committing further. This gives families an opportunity to discuss their concerns and consider possible next steps. Should you decide that you would like a developmental needs assessment, or ongoing support, services provided will incur private fees. Please take a look at the Wildflower Neuro Website for consultation prices and more detail.

Havenswood Trust is committed to ensuring that families can access support regardless of financial circumstances. Where funding allows, families may apply for financial assistance towards consultation costs through our Family Support Fund. Applications are considered individually and confidentially.

Your Ongoing Support Network

Once you have decided that your child would benefit from additional support, our Fox Cubs Early Days Space(EDS) is designed to work alongside school. It does not replace it. Our aim is to recognise and respond to emerging needs at the earliest opportunity. Children will therefore continue to attend their usual educational setting while accessing additional therapeutic support, strategies and interventions for learning. By providing early support during the waiting period for CAMHS assessment and formal diagnosis, we aim to reduce barriers to learning, strengthen confidence and help children develop the skills they need to thrive in educational environments, and promote positive, long-term outcomes.

Fox Cubs EDS will work in partnership with local school reception classes, health visitors, and early year professionals to provide outreach and share best practice, ensuring children receive consistent support, so facilitating easier transition into year 3 / mainstream or specialist settings. 

As children grow, support doesn't have to stop. Once they reach the age of five, they can continue accessing friendship, activities and tailored support through our Young Foxes group for ages 5-8.

It’s not just about addressing challenges; it’s about unlocking potential. By supporting children as early as possible, we give them the strongest possible foundation for positive experiences, meaningful inclusion and long-term success.

What We’ll Offer

• Accessible spaces: calm, therapeutic environments tailored to sensory and learning needs.

• Early intervention therapies such as a developmental needs assessment, speech and language therapy and play-based support.

• Family guidance and workshops to help parents build strategies, confidence, and resilience at home.

• Individual support plans co-designed with families and professionals to address each child’s unique needs.

• Outreach to local nurseries and schools, sharing expertise and strategies to strengthen early years inclusion.

• Smooth transitions into school through tailored pathways, preparing children for mainstream or specialist settings as appropriate.

• Support whilst waiting for an official diagnosis: Waiting months or even years for appointments can be incredibly challenging. Our team is here to provide support, advice and a welcoming community while you navigate the assessment and diagnosis process.

Early Days Support

Giving every child the strongest possible start