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Information for parents and carers

We understand that parenting and caregiving can be both rewarding and challenging. Here you will find useful information, support, and resources to help you navigate the journey.

Useful information

Early help and family support

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Cambridgeshire Child and Family centres Child and family centre events and activities
Cambridgeshire Family Hubs Family Hubs offer high quality support for families with Children aged 0-19 (or up to age 25 for young people with Special educational needs.
Homestart Homestart is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families with at least one child under five with a range of support services.

Education

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Cambridgeshire Holidays and Food Programme HAF programme offers free holiday places for eligible families.

Financial

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Early Years Pupil Premium Extra funding for Early Years providers to improve the outcomes of children. For eligible children aged 2,3 or 4.

Health

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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough services for families A range of Children and Young people’s health services.

Mental health

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Kooth A free safe and anonymous place for young people to find online support & counselling.
YOUnited YOUnited offers support to children and young people aged 5 to 17 with their emotional wellbeing and mental health.

SEND

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Cambridgeshire SEND Information (Local Offer) Information on Cambridgeshire Local offer for children and young people 0-25 with SEND needs.
Cambridgeshire Statutory Assessment Team Responsible for initiating and managing Education, Health and Care plans (EHC).
Pinpoint Supporting Cambridgeshire parents who have children with SEND/Additional needs.
SENDIASS Impartial advice and Information for Cambridgeshire families about Special Educational Needs relating to education.

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Learn Together

Learn Together is Cambridgeshire's support portal for early years and childcare providers.