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Early education and childcare information
This section provides information and guidance about early education and childcare in Kensington and Chelsea, including the different entitlements and funding options and information about local early years providers. Depending on your circumstances, your child may be eligible for government-funded childcare during term-time. If you…Early education and childcare settings mapping
For further information on local childcare, please contact us: Tel: 07814 804262 Email: [email protected]Early Help, Best Start family hubs and support for families
Worried about a child? Early Help and Family Hubs are a way of getting extra support when needed. Our integrated 0-19 (25 with SEND) service aims to help families when difficulties first begin so that we can support them with finding solutions quickly. We will provide free…Early Help: parenting courses, resources and guidance
The following sections contain information, courses and guidance for Parents and Carers that we hope you will find helpful:Early Years and Childcare job vacancies
There are many sites where you can learn about the current possitions in childcare available in Kensington and Chelsea Some are listed below: September 2025: Lloyd Williamson Independent School in London W10 is currently recruiting a Full-Time L3 Nursery Pratitioner. Find out more on this document.…Early Years and Childcare qualifications and courses
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) The EYFS Framework sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. All schools and Ofsted-registered early years providers must follow the EYFS, including childminders, preschools, nurseries and school reception classes. The following link…Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP)
The Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) is additional funding given to early years providers to improve the education they provide to some 3 and 4-year-olds. Providers will use the money in ways that they think will support your child’s learning and development. This should be…The Education System in the UK
In the UK, education is compulsory for all children between the ages of 5 (4 in Northern Ireland) and 16. In addition, the National Curriculum in England and Wales is constructed in five Key Stages: 1. Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Non-compulsory stage of education for…Emotional wellbeing and mental health support and resources
The mental health, mood and emotional wellbeing of children and young people is every bit as important as their physical health. Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder are common. One in four adults will experience some kind of mental health problem…