12 March 2025
Young carers give so much, yet many get little time to rest. They need real support and meaningful breaks. This year, the theme for Young Carers Action Day (YCAD) is 'Give Me a Break – Bring Young Carers Together for a Break', emphasising the importance of providing young carers with opportunities to rest, recharge and be supported in their education and future careers.
Young carers play a vital role in their families and communities and today, we celebrate their dedication and resilience.
Schools across Angus have been involved in YCAD 2025 with Angus Carers Centre, organising wonderful events and activities to raise awareness and support their young carers. Here are just a few of the things they've been up to!
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Auchterhouse Primary School ran a school poster competition to raise awareness.
Photo of competition winner Imogen (with Stephanie, Angus Carers Centre Education Development Worker).
Imogen was over the moon with her Amazon voucher from Angus Carers Centre.
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Warddykes Primary School also ran a school poster competition to raise awareness that young carers need a break.
At Inverkeilor Primary School one of their young carers shared their personal story through a Powerpoint presentation, helping to raise awareness and understanding about being a young carer.
In addition, a very brave young carer shared their story with the entire school in assembly. This takes incredible courage.
Well done to them both!
Letham Primary School celebrated with activities based around the theme 'Give Me A Break'.
It included an organised dance session with their young carers in the school and dance-off with their peers.
Big thank you to the Young Carers Champion Mrs Williamson who organised all the activities.
Everyone had a great time and had so much fun.
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Ferryden Primary School hosted a young carers assembly featuring the Angus Carers Centre’s Angus Young Carers film.
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Here are what some of our other schools got up to!
Borrowfield Primary School arranged a special young carers lunch with fun activities.
Southesk Primary School set up a fancy lunch for young carers, followed by a reading session.
Northmuir Primary School held a young carers assembly to highlight the importance of support and recognition.
Liff Primary School – Welcomed Angus Carers Centre for an assembly to discuss YCAD, and shared information in school and on their parent information app.
A huge thank you to all the schools taking part in YCAD 2025. And special thanks to all our young carers for the amazing role they play!
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