Welcome to Early years support

We know that being a parent or caregiver can be challenging, especially in the first few years of your child’s life.

That’s why we offer free services to help you with your child’s early development. These services are for families with children from birth to five years old.

How Can Early Years Support Help You?

We can help you in many ways, such as:

Parenting help

If you need support with sleeping, feeding, potty training, there are experts who can guide you through these stages.

Health services

You can get support for your child’s health and well-being. This includes health check-ups, vaccinations, and advice on growth and development.

Childcare and early education

Find trusted nurseries, pre-schools, and other childcare providers. You may also qualify for free childcare hours to help with costs.

Developmental checks

If you're concerned about your child's development, read our guidance on checks to ensure your child is growing well and reaching important milestones.

Special education support

If your child needs special educational support, see our list of useful services and organisations which can help..