Parental and Family Support

Dumfries and Galloway Council Cost of Living Website

Family Support Logo

A one-stop shop detailing help with money and benefits, household bills, finding work, health and wellbeing, and support for families, young people, older adults, and disabled people: Cost of Living.

Dumfries and Galloway Council Poverty Webpages

We’re working with our partners to tackle poverty in
the region and support our priority of protecting the most vulnerable people:
Poverty – Dumfries and Galloway Council

Worrying About Money Leaflet

This online and PDF leaflet provides detailed advice if you have any concerns about your finances at this time: Worrying about Money?


Helpful Leaflets and Guides

Positive Behaviour in School

View the positive behaviour in school leaflet.

Safe Digital Learning and Social Media

View the safe digital learning and social media leaflet.

Parentzone Scotland

Scan the QR code or visit Parentzone to sign up to receive e-bulletins on the latest developments in Scottish education.


Grow Well in Dumfries and Galloway

A ‘one stop shop’ for expectant parents and families with young children under five, looking for information on health and wellbeing. You can find this within the HealthZone UK app.

QR Code for Android app

Link to download app for Android

QR Code for iOS app

Link to download app for iOS

Tip – after downloading the HealthZoneUK app, search for “Grow Well in D&G”. When you have found this part of the app, you will not need to search for it each time you use the app.


How schools work with Police Scotland

An easy read guide to Youth Engagement Officers, Community Police Officers, and general information on how our schools work with Police Scotland.

Visit the How schools work with Police Scotland webpage.