Articles on Parents and Carers (128)
3 and 4 year olds: 15 funded hours of early education and childcare
All three and four year old children in England are entitled to 15 hours of government-funded childcare or early education for 38 weeks (up to 570 hours per year), that you can use flexibly with one or more providers. Some providers will allow you to ‘stretch’ the hours over 52 weeks,…30 hours of funded early education and childcare per week
Eligible children may access up to 30 hours government-funded early education and childcare per week from 9 months old until they start school. Parents using the 30 hours can save up to £7,500 a year (read more on this link). These hours are intended to cover term time only (38 weeks…About wraparound childcare
The Best Start in Life website has been updated with information about the programme. This includes guidance on the right to request childcare, and information on the ability to use Tax-Free Childcare and Universal Credit Childcare to pay for wraparound if eligible alongside other government childcare cost…Activities and things to do locally
HAF Programme (school holidays) Activities at local libraries Our City Further information about specific activitities and programmes can be found on the following sections:Adult education and training
In this section you can explore adult learning opportunities:Adult education, training and employment
In this section you may find information and guidance about training and employment support and opportunities:Anti-racist practice standards and action plan 2024-2029
Anti-racist practice and standards action planApplying for a school place: Admissions
Applying for a primary school place for September 2025 start If your child was born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021 you can apply for them to join the Reception Class 2025. The deadline to apply was Wednesday 15 January 2025. If you have…Apprenticeships
Please find below information about apprenticeships. Also, apprenticeship opportunities are regularly offered in Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC): GOV.UK: Become an apprentice National Careers Service Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) Graduate and Apprenticeships 42 top apprenticeships programmes for young people in the UKBabies and children's healthy eating
Please find below information and tips on how to set healthy eating habits from the early years:Becoming a Childminder
To become a registered childminder you will need to hold a Level 3 or above in Childcare & Education and have worked with children under the age of 5 years in the past 2 years. If you do not have this qualification you will need to complete…Bereavement support
We appreciate that this is a very difficult time and the unexpected loss of a loved one due to coronavirus can be particularly distressing. Please visit the Council’s website for information, guidance and advice on deaths, funerals and bereavement. The Council have also created leaflets for families,…Best Start family hubs and children's centres locations and timetables
Please note: St Cuthbert Children Centre is currently closed until further notice. For support, or to access local activities, please contact Cheyne Family Hub (10 Thorndike Close, London SW10 0ST) on 020 7361 2202.Best Start in Life (pre-birth to 5)
Bi-Borough Best Start in Life StrategyBi-Borough Best Start In Life Strategy
Bi-Borough Best Start In Life Executive Summary Bi-Borough Best Start In Life Extended StrategyBirth to two years old
Please explore the following sections to access information on the highlighted topics:Breakfast and after school clubs
Wraparound childcare You may find the following guide useful: Before and after school childcare: Everything you need to know about wraparound care - The Education Hub (blog.gov.uk) Breakfast clubs These provide a safe place for your child to wait until school starts and many can provide…Breastfeeding Plan
Why have a breastfeeding plan? The breastfeeding plan has been developed to encourage breastfeeding and support families across Westminster. Breastfeeding supports positive parent-infant relationships, oral health (breastfed babies are less likely to have misaligned teeth or develop speech and language problems) and healthy weight through…Care to Learn Scheme
The Care to Learn scheme can help with childcare costs while you study (up to £195 per child per week if you live in London).Centres for disabled children and young people
There are three centres for Disabled Children and Young People across the Bi-borough. Click on one of the centres below to find out more about what they offer and how you can access it. St Quintin's Centre for Disabled Children and Young People Marlborough Satellite Centre…Child and family safety
Safeguarding Self-isolating can bring new unsettling challenges for you and your family. If you are worried about your safety or the safety of your child, please contact the following teams: Please call the Social Services helpline on 020 7361 3013 (Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm) or…Child Healthy Weight Care Pathway
The care pathway explains how to refer into the Change4Life Service and offer the right support to children, young people and their families. It was designed for practitioners and colleagues who work with children and young people in mind. Explore the sections below to find out more:…Childcare Sufficiency Assessment (CSA)
A Childcare Sufficiency Assessment (CSA) is an assessment of existing childcare provision in the borough, mapping supply of, demand for and gaps in the childcare market. The Childcare Act 2006 places a legal duty on local authorities to secure sufficient childcare (so far as is…Childcare support if I am working and meet certain criteria
Subject to eligibility, from 9 months old children may be now entitled to 30 hours (term-time) government-funded early education and childcare until they start school. To access these 30 hours, you (and your partner) must be working and meet the income threshold set by the government. Find out if…