Parent or Carer

This page contains links to webpages that will be useful to parents and carers of children.

Whether you are a parent or guardian of a child, or are involved in caring for young people, these webpages may have some useful information.

For up-to-date information about services and organisations for children, young people, parents and carers, visit the Family Directory. Click on the link on the right under Useful Websites.

If you wish to contact the council, click on the Contact Us link at the top of the page.

Education and Learning

• Primary Schools
• Secondary Schools
• School Term Dates
• Online School Admissions
• Special Educational Needs in Schools
• Colleges and Universities
• Student Support

Your Child's Safety and the Law

• Young People and the Police
• Youth Offending Service
• Road Safety

Childcare

• Childminding
• Nurseries and Playgroups
• Children's Centres - Locations and Information
• Children's Centres - Activities
• Children with Special Needs

Health and Wellbeing

• Doctors (GPs)
• Domestic Violence and Children

Births, Adoption and Fostering

• Registering a Birth
• Birth Parents
• Could You Adopt?
• Post-Adoption Support
• What is Fostering?
• Private Fostering

Activities and Sports

• Things To Do With Young Children
• Sports Clubs
• Hobby Clubs
• Leisure Centres
• Adventure Playgrounds
• Cinema and Film