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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…Educational Psychology Consultation Service training
Our SLA for Schools: The EPCS offers a large range of training to schools promoted through our Schools SLA and through our school link EPs. We encourage schools to think about additional services they would like that relate to child and educational psychology and to request…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…Equality, diversity and inclusion
This section is being developed to provide you with useful information and resources concerning equality, diversity and inclusion:EYFS (information for practitioners)
Well Comm training for EYFSFamily advice and financial support
In this page you may find information about different types of financial support:Financial support to help with school-age childcare costs
Providers will set their own fees for childcare. Parents eligible for Tax-Free Childcare or Universal Credit Childcare will be able to use the support to help pay for childcare. Tax-Free Childcare could save eligible parents up to £2,000 per year for children aged up to 11, or £4,000 per year…Finding a nursery or childminder offering the 30 hours government-funded childcare for eligible working parents
The 30 hours government-funded entitlement can used at any Ofsted-registered provider that are also registered to accept these hours, such as: nursery classes in primary schools private nursery schools private or voluntary pre-schools or playgroups private or voluntary day nurseries nursery units of independent schools …Fire safety
The London Fire Brigade website provides information on common risks within the home and how to reduce them. The site provides information on how to conduct your own home fire safety check as well as further support if you are worried about a child or young…Food offers (free breakfast club programme)
Magic Breakfast – Discounted Food ProductsMagic Breakfast are offering a range of discounted breakfast products inclusive of delivery, ordered via their brand-new dedicated platform. Schools are welcome to place a trial order. Find the full product list and ordering platform on Magic Breakfast’s website. Morrisons – Free Anytime…Fostering and adoption
The Kensington and Chelsea Adoption Service is now run by Coram Ambitious for Adoption. If you are enquiring about Adopting a Child please contact [email protected] If you are enquiring about Post Adoption Support please contact [email protected] If you are enquiring about your birth or adoption records prior to 1975 (National Children’s Adoption Association) please…Free breakfast club programme resources
Free breakfast club programme resources The government is committed to delivering on its pledge to provide a free breakfast club in every state-funded school with primary-aged children. The free breakfast clubs programme will support the government's aims of giving every pupil regardless of their background…Free breakfast clubs in schools
The government is committed to delivering a free breakfast club consisting of 30 minutes of childcare and breakfast in every state-funded school with primary-aged pupils in England. Free breakfast clubs will help ensure pupils start every day ready to learn, and in turn will improve…Free school meals (FSM)
Free school meals is a government initiative which provides children with a nutritious meal during term time. You can apply for free school meals if your child is in full time education and you receive any of the following benefits: Universal Credit (provided you have an…Funded childcare options if I am in receipt of additional forms of support, if I do not have recourse to public funds, or if my child has SEND
If you have a child aged 2 and are not working, or are on a low-income and in receipt of certain benefits such as Universal Credit, Child Tax Credit, or Working Tax Credit, your child may be eligible for '15 hours Early Learning' per week during term-time. In Kensington and…Funding in the Early Years (information for practitioners)
Should you have any funding queries, please contact the BBEECS Funding Team: Email: [email protected]The Future of Youth and Community Adventure Play (2025-2030)
The Council has been reviewing the youth and community adventure play services we offer, alongside the wider offer available through schools, libraries, parks, and leisure facilities to shape the future of services locally. The vision is to deliver excellent services and provide even more opportunities…Going into and leaving care
Explore the sections below to access information if you are a child or young person coming into care or leaving care:Grenfell Inquiry Report for Children
You can access the Grenfell Inquiry Report for Children by clicking on the image below: Grenfell Inquiry Report for Children (PDF)Guidance for service providers
There are two sections of this website: Information for Families provides information to all parents and carers of children and young people aged 0-19 years, or 0-25 years if their child has a Special Educational Need or Disability (SEND). The SEND Local Offer focuses on providing accessible…Health and Development Reviews
Health Visitors offer services to families within our children’s centres, family hubs and local health centres to provide services to families in locations close to their home. After attending antenatal classes and being seen at home by midwives, there will be a new birth visit…Health and wellbeing (birth to 5)
The 'Best Start in Life' is the new government strategy, which aims to provide the best opportunities and support for children right from the beginning, so they can thrive. It means helping families to support their children to succeed through everyday experiences, high-quality learning and…Health and wellbeing (over 5s)
This section aims to provide advice and guidance about health services available to children over 5 years old. Please feel free to explore the different sections below: