About
Children's Centres
Children's Centres are an exciting new initiative as the next
stage in the ongoing development of Sure Start Programmes.
The Children's Centre
programme is based on the concept that providing integrated
education with childcare, family support and health services are
key factors in achieving good outcomes for children and
parents.
Many more new Centres are
being planned by the local authority.
Our Centre is developing
across a designated catchment area. To find out if you live within
this area use the Quick Link at the top of the page.
We offer the following
services for children under five and their families:
Education and Childcare
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Early education and day care
for children from 6 months to 5 years
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Minimum of 48 weeks per
year
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Up to 10 hours per day, 5
days per week (Mon - Fri)
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Lots of family fun and
learning opportunities such as stay and play sessions, music and
song, story times, baby clubs and special events
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Childminder services attached
to the centre.
Family Support and Outreach work
Support, advice and information for parents aimed at giving
children the best possible start in life. This can be provided in
your own home or at the centres and is given by qualified family
support staff:
Child and Family Health Services
Healthcare workers on site to support access to a range of
healthcare services such as:
Workshops and advice
on:
Links to Jobcentres and Training Providers
Co-ordinated
services including:
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Advice on entering the
workforce
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Personal chats with New Deal
advisors
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Group sessions with
advisors
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Basic skills
training
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Accredited
training
Training will be supported by
Crèche facilities or funded approved childcare.