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Directory resultsFree Early Education and Childcare for 2 Year Olds
Did you know that some children who are aged two years of age can access 15 hours of free early education and childcare? Currently the criteria for 2-year-olds in England to get free early education and Childcare is the following: All two years old who…
Hungry Little Minds
Everyday moments can be used to boost your child’s learning, and they are interested in all sorts of things. The Hungry Little Minds campaign provides lots of simple tips and activities that you can slot into your routine and that children love: • Children will…
Help Your Child Be Ready For School
In Wigan, we believe all children should feel happy, cared for, safe and ready to learn. Children are individuals, and all develop at their own pace, but as a Parent or Carer you are their greatest teacher and role model. Here’s how… To prepare them…
30 hours funded childcare for Foster Carers in Wigan
Children in foster care who are aged 3 or 4 years old may be able to get 30 hours funded childcare. This is an extra 15 hours on top of the 15 universal hours that all 3 and 4 year olds are entitled to. Accessing…
What are my childcare options? - Factsheet for parents in England
Families use childcare for many reasons - to help you work, look for jobs, train or study or just take time out, and to help your child’s development. Childcare can offer many positive benefits for your entire family. Registered and unregistered childcare There are two…
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Within this category you can find various information, services and activities for children, young people and adults. Each category has filters to help you narrow down your search. Activities - Find your local activities where you can take part in lots of fun and stimulating…
Tiny Happy People
Introducing Tiny Happy People, brought to you by the BBC Language, we all use it, it enables you to tell others about yourself, how you are feeling and also say what you think. For children, it sets the foundations for learning; without it, it makes…
Family and Parenting
Are you a new or expecting parent? Need family support? Here you will find information on antenatal and postnatal service in your area plus more. At your local Start Well Family Centre you can also find help with: Childcare Early education and play Health services…
Start Well Family Centres (Sure Start Children's Centres)
Start Well Family Centres provide support and activities to help parents, carers and childcare providers give children under five the 'best start in life'. These include: Childcare Early education and play Health services Information and advice about children’s services Parenting support. Where are they? There are…