Children and Families

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Advice and Support for Families

Learning resources and fun activities for families staying at home

Don't forget to reconfirm your eligibility!

Are you claiming or have you applied for 30 hours free childcare? You will need to log into your account to reconfirm every 3 months, even if you have not started claiming your hours.

Have you ever thought about becoming a childminder?

Childminding is a rewarding career helping children to develop and grow.

Discover more about becoming an Ofsted registered childminder.

Hungry Little Minds

Boost children’s communication skills with simple, fun activities for kids, from newborn to five.

Take a look at the fun activities you can do with your child

Concerned about a child?

If you are concerned that a child is being abused or neglected call 0121 569 3100

Thinking about fostering?

If so, we'd love to hear from you...

If you could help change a child or young person's life, have a spare room and are considering fostering please call 0800 358 0899