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Directory resultsSpeech and language therapy
Learning to talk is one of the most important elements of a young child’s growth and development. Early interaction between parent and baby stimulates vital early brain development. It also lays the foundations for a lifelong loving relationship. The earliest bonding and signs of love…
Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)
In this section you will find useful information and resources: Community Speech and Language Therapy Range of different resources and advice for supporting children with speech and language difficulties can be found here. I CAN – Speech and communication resources Black sheep resources Do2learnVariety of different free downloadable visuals can…
Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) courses
The Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) service is provided by Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH). The service provide assessment for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs and/or problems with eating, drinking, and swallowing. Following diagnosis, the service may provide therapy for children and…
Sports and activities for young people
In this section you can explore sports and other leisure opportunities: Active for life 2020 Go Golborne London Sports Trust QPG Community and sports club Disability sports coach Other sporting opportunities
Starting a childcare provision
Overview Choosing a location Getting started Registering with Ofsted Other useful information Childcare sufficiency report
Student Finance
Student Finance England is the name for the administration of higher education student loans, grants and Disabled Students Allowances. All enquiries should be made directly to Student Finance England. Tel: 0845 300 5090 For details of the arrangements, the online application facility and other finance…
Support for families (Early Help)
One-to-one family support (Early Help) Our Early Help services are continuing to provide support for families during this period, in a different way. If you are already receiving one-to-one support from our Early Help team, your practitioner will contact you weekly or fortnightly via telephone…
Support for parents of children with SEND
Parent Zone Parents from our parent groups across the Bi-borough have proposed a range of questions across education, health and social care that they would like to have answered. In our new Parent Zone, we publish these questions alongside answers from staff at the Local…
Support for schools
Standards to school training offer Bespoke training offer
Support from your health visitor
Health Visitors are currently operating a reduced service to manage staffing capacity and to limit the spread of infection. You will be contacted by your Health Visitor by phone or video call when your baby is 10-14 days old and 6-8 weeks to help you,…
Support from your midwife
Hospitals are making changes to help respond to coronavirus and this will impact the way you receive your maternity care. Please see the Mum & Baby app for more information about local pregnancy and maternity services. You can also find important information for pregnant women and their families on the…
Targeted Prevention Team (TPT)
Welcome to the Targeted Prevention Team (TPT) Targeted Prevention Team (TPT) are a team of experienced and dedicated Careers, Education, Employment and Training Workers. The team are the specialised and dedicated NEET Team within Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). Offering mentoring and coaching…
Targeted Prevention Team (TPT) With DOT & YOT Test page
Welcome to the Targeted Prevention Team (TPT) Targeted Prevention Team (TPT) are a team of experienced and dedicated Careers, Education, Employment and Training Workers. The team are the specialised and dedicated NEET Team within Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). Offering mentoring and coaching…
Tax free childcare
The Tax-Free Childcare offer is a scheme launched by the Government alongside the additional 15 hours free childcare for working parents. This scheme is designed to help working families with their childcare costs. Visit the government's Childcare Choices page for more information by clicking the link to…
Total Family Coaching
Total Family Coaching The current COVID-19 crisis is creating unique challenges for parents, families and women survivors of domestic abuse. We continue to run all our support services virtually. Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 a clock: THE FREEDOM- for women survivors of Domestic Abuse- a 10…
Traineeships
Please find below information about traineeships. Also, apprenticeship opportunities are regularly offered in Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC): GOV.UK: What is a traineeship GOV.UK: Find a traineeship Careers helpline for teenagers National Careers Service Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) careers portal Should you have…
Training and employment
COVID-19 / Coronavirus - Updates and Resources Please click here to access the page We want our directory to be as helpful and easy-to-use as possible. All feedback from parents, professionals and young people is invaluable. Help us to continue to improve this website by…
Training for early years practitioners
Information about all training opportunites for Early Years professionals are provided below. Please contact the Early Education and Childcare Service if you would like to advertise any training opportunites for Early Years Practitioners. BBEECS offer EY partners offer Knowledge hub Physical development training Should you…
Training for early years practitioners in schools
Information about all training opportunites for Early Years professionals are provided below. Please contact the Childcare and Early Education Service if you would like to advertise any training opportunites for Early Years Practitioners. Sign up for the EY Virtual Conference Support for schools EY partners…
Training for professionals
Please find in the sections below information about training opportunities for professionals:
Transitions during the Early Years
Starting nursery or school is a big milestone in your child’s life and can be both an exciting and anxious time for the child and parents/carers. Below are a few tips that can help to make this new transition as smooth as possible for your…
Transitions in the Early Years toolkit
Starting nursery or school is a big milestone in a child’s life and can be both an exciting and anxious time for the child and parents/carers. Below are a few tips and guidance that can support you as an early years practitioner to make this…
Under 5s Activities to do at home
Here are some resources you can do with your under 5s whilst at home: Download these activities Mindful Monsters Mr Cress Head Den Building How to make Playdough Pasta Jewellery Shake Rattle and Roll Brown Bear Physical Activity Treasure Basket Babies Owl babies story time…
University and college hardship funds
You could get extra money from your university or college if you’re experiencing financial hardship. You may be, for example: a student with children, especially single parents a mature student with existing financial commitments from a low-income family disabled a student that was previously in…
Useful funding forms and information
The following forms and documents have been created to support your childcare business. Parental declaration form Estimates Actuals Navigation tabs Estimated Hours Childcare mode Eligibility checker Data entry Should you have any queries, please contact the Early Years Funding Team
