Festive Break Support
Chelmsford College will close for the festive break on Friday the 19/12/2025 @ 12.15 and will reopen on 05/01/2026 (Staff Only) 06/01/2026 (Learners Return)
Whilst we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, we know the festive season can feel difficult at times. If you are concerned about a yourself or another young person’s immediate safety or wellbeing outside of college hours, please contact emergency or crisis services:
• Call 999 if someone is at immediate risk
• Call 111 for urgent but non-emergency medical advice (including mental health)
• Childline – 0800 1111 (free, confidential support for children and young people)
• NSPCC Helpline – 0808 800 5000 (for adults concerned about a child)
• Samaritans – 116 123 (available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress)
Other support is also available:
• Kooth – free online counselling and wellbeing support for young people www.kooth.com
• Fluid Focus – wellbeing through reduced screen time www.fluidfocus.app
• National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (free, 24/7)
• Food support – find your nearest Trussell Trust food bank at www.trusselltrust.org
Take care of yourself over the break, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year.
Warm wishes,
The Chelmsford College Team