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Directory resultsTop sources of added sugar in our diet
From cola, chocolate and ketchup to beer, yoghurt and soup, find out where most of the added sugar in our diet lurks. "Added sugar", such as table sugar, honey and syrups, should not make up more than 5% of the total energy we get from food and drink each…
Training & Consultation sessions for Professionals & services to support Families
his section provides practitioners with access to a range of CPD courses provided by Havering Education Services. There is also information about drop in's and consultation sessions for professionals in Havering to book on to.
Transition to Secondary School
Welcome to Havering’s Transition to Secondary School page, Every year we provide information for children leaving year 6, come back to the page at the end of July to see the new information for year 6's in 2023. In the meantime, we have the E-Book…
Transitions, plans and assessments
Preparation for adulthood is also known as transition. This is the time it takes to make a change from one place, or stage of life, to the next – from childhood to adulthood. For young people, this time often involves changes to some of the…
Transport
Home to School Travel Assistance Update (September 2023) Although the deadline date for the travel assistance application was Friday 26 May 2023, we are still accepting in-year applications, which can be submitted anytime during the year. Please note that late applications may cause delay to…
Travel health checklist
What to pack to stay safe and healthy abroad, including first aid essentials. Basic travel health kit The exact contents of your travel kit will depend on your travel plans. A basic kit can include: First aid kit A basic first aid kit includes: antiseptic painkillers wound-cleaning…
Travel illnesses and vaccinations
Get the right travel vaccinations and follow the advice below to reduce your risk of common infectious diseases. Water and food safety Insect bites Travellers' diarrhoea Malaria Dengue HIV and STIs Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Typhoid Yellow fever Rabies Meningitis Travel health experts advise preparing for…
Travel insurance
By taking out travel insurance and getting a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), you can avoid huge medical bills if you have an emergency during your trip. Healthcare is free at the point of delivery in the UK, but don't assume it's the same abroad. You will…
Travelling in pregnancy
With the proper precautions, and armed with information on when to travel, vaccinations and travel insurance, most women can travel safely well into their pregnancy. Wherever you go, find out what healthcare facilities are at your destination in case you require urgent medical attention. It's…
Travelling with a heart condition
Most people with a heart condition are able to travel, as long as they feel well and their condition is stable and well controlled. If you're recovering from a heart condition, such as a heart attack or heart surgery, get medical advice before you make your travel…