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NHS Flu vaccination programme for 2/3 year olds (practitioners)
Update on NHS Flu vaccination programme for 2-3 year olds It’s more important than ever for those who need it to get their flu vaccination, to help protect us all from the threat of flu and COVID-19 this winter. All children aged 2 and 3…NICE guidelines about nutrition and weight management
Please access the NICE guidelines on the following links: Overweight and obesity management: this covers all ages, except pregnancy. Nurseries and childcare section starts on page 26. Nutrition and weight management in pregnancy, and nutrition in children up to 5 years: you can access lots of key updates…Ofsted Registration Information for School-age Childcare Providers
Most out-of-school clubs must register with Ofsted on either the Early Years Register, the Compulsory Childcare Register, or both, depending on the children’s ages. If your club isn’t legally required to register, it can still be listed on the Voluntary part of the Childcare Register.…Online safety
In this section you will find information on national support agencies which offer a wide range of advice to children, young people and their families on how to stay safe online.Our 2023-2026 Children and Young People’s Plan
You can access the '2023-26 Children and Young People's Plan' and our 'One Year On Report' by clicking on the sections below: Our 2023-2026 Children and Young People's Plan (PDF) Children and Young People's Plan: One Year On Report (PDF) Children and Young People's Plan:…Our vision for Early Years in the Bi-Borough
ALL children and families receive a positive welcome Parents have choice as to which setting they attend We can meet the needs of all children There is robust tracking and assessment in place in settings Staff in settings are well trained and confident supporting children with SEND…Parental Training Offer
Welcome to our Parental Training Providers page, where you will find a comprehensive list of providers offering valuable training programmes specifically designed for families and carers. This page serves as a convenient resource, providing direct links to help you easily access the support and knowledge…Parenting programmes September to December 2026
Explore the sections below to find out about the wide range of parenting programmes available. If you are interested in any of these, please contact the organisation facilitating the programme or workshop. For further information on up-and-coming parenting programmes or workshops, please contact Kensington and…PHE physical development
Supporting Physical Development in Early Childhood This is a FREE course. To register and find out more, visit: Future Learn What will you achieve? By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to... Identify the importance of movement skills to the overall health,…Post-16 educational and career options
You can leave school on the last Friday in June if you'll be 16 by the end of the summer holidays. You must then choose whether to: stay in full-time education - for example at school, sixth form college, further education college or University Technical College…Preschool health notifications
Please explore the following sections to find out more about health notifications for children under 5 years old:Professional Development for Schools
The Bi-Borough School Standards Team offers a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme as part of the annual traded service. Schools buying into the annual traded service can access the programme without charge (or for a reduced charge for some sessions). Details of the annual Traded…PVI settings
Welcome to the Kensington and Chelsea Early Years Hub, a dedicated space for Early Years Professionals in the PVI sector in Kensington and Chelsea. In this section, we aim to provide you with important updates, information and guidance, which hopefully you will find useful. Please…Register for a Best Start Family Hub
If you live in Kensington and Chelsea and would like to register for a Best Start Family Hub / Children's Centre within the borough, please contact a member of the team on [email protected]. Information about the services currently available, timetables and locations can be found on the…Registering and managing your website listings
The Kensington and Chelsea Family Information Hub is managed by the Family Information Service and the SEND Local Offer teams at Kensington and Chelsea council. If you offer a service for expectant parents, parents/carers, children under the age of 19 (under 25 if they have…Resources for Providers of School-age Childcare
This sections aims to provide guidance and resources to support wraparound care and 'out of school' (OOS) providers. Latest news: From November 2025, Ofsted Inspections will be changing for OOS Providers on the Early Years Register. More information can be found on the DfE website…Safeguarding children
The safeguarding of children is everyone's responsibility. The Local Safeguarding Children Partnership (LSCP) for Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster contains in depth information for: Children and young people Parents, carers and the public professionals and volunteers The LSCP site also lists training and resources available including e-Learning and training…Safeguarding children (information for EY professionals)
This section aims to support staff (paid and voluntary) safeguard the children within their care. Within this section you will find links to: How to make a safeguarding referral Information on the LADO and how they can support staff if an allegation is made against…Safeguarding children and young people
What to do if you are worried about a child Safeguarding children is everybody’s responsibility. It is important to act fast if you suspect abuse as some signs of abuse can disappear quickly. You do not have to give your name and your conversation will…Safeguarding conversations with Parents: a practical guide for Early Years Providers
Purpose of this booklet This document is designed to support early years leaders, managers, and practitioners when responding to safeguarding questions during parent tours, enquiries, and admissions meetings. Recent national safeguarding cases reported in the media have understandably increased anxiety amongst families. Providers may also…