Across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole there are six family hubs and two outreach centres (formerly called children's centres). They are based in localities across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to support all ...

There are lots of reasons to start volunteering. It can be a very rewarding experience and can help in a number of ways, from increasing skills and confidence, to gaining ...

A child or young person has SEN if they have a learning difficulty or disability which calls for special educational provision to be made for him or her. A child or ...

The SEND inspection carried out in July 2021 identified eight key areas for improvement, which are addressed in the written statement of action. These are: Culture – we need to tackle ...

You may be able get help if you are on a low income: Jobseeker's Allowance (contact Jobcentre Plus) Help with moving from Benefits to work Income Support Budgeting Loans Employment and Support Allowance Carer's Credit Disability Premium ...

A number of changes to benefits have taken place over recent years as part of the Government's Welfare Reforms. ...

A Pre-school provides a safe environment for your child to “Listen, Talk, Play & Share” whilst achieving learning and development milestones, essential within the pre-school years (as outlined in the ...

The cost will vary according to the age of your child, the hours and type of setting they attend. If your child is aged 2 years you may be eligible ...

The Early Years Foundation Stage framework is the legal requirement for registered childcare providers, and a framework for learning, development and care for children from birth to 5 years, through ...

All Pre-schools, Day Nurseries must have a Manager qualified to at least Level 3 in Childcare or Early Years and half the staff on L2 to be working towards higher ...