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Care and Support

Being the parent of a child can be one of the best experiences of your life, but it can be difficult too. Every child is unique and as parents you will be faced with new challenges as each stage of development brings with it its…

Childcare

In this section you can find information on accessing childcare settings. Please read our advice pages below, under Useful Information, relating to specific childcare settings. You can find more information by browsing the leaflets in the links under Related Files on the right of the page. Childcare can offer…

Education and Learning

In this section you will find a range of support services and information on education, learning, and skills for children and adults living in West Berkshire. Education in West Berkshire is available from pre-school to adult.

Family Hubs

Family Hubs offer a range of services to support parents and carers of children aged 0-19.(0-24 for SEND) Under 5’s direct work 5-19 signposting and information What do our family Hubs offer? Families with under 5’s can access the following: 1-1 support from a Family Support…

Family Hubs

Family Hubs offer a range of services to support parents and carers of children aged 0-19.(0-24 for SEND) Under 5’s direct work 5-19 signposting and information  What do our family Hubs offer?  Families with under 5’s can access the following: 1-1 support from a Family Support…

Family Information Service

Welcome to West Berkshire's Family Section West Berkshire's Family section is known as the Family Information Service. We offer a telephone and on-line directory service, dedicated to providing free and up-to-date information for parents, parents to be, carers and professionals to help support children up to their 20th…

Fostering and Adoption

What is the difference between fostering and adoption? Fostering is a temporary arrangement to provide children with a home because they are unable to be cared for by their birth parents for various reasons. The parental responsibility for the child is held by the local…

Grief after bereavement or loss

There are organisations that can support you listed on the West Berkshire Directory - please see the search results here Suicide Prevention - West Berkshire Council  webpage may help people affected by suicide.

Health and wellbeing services available to families

There are many Health Services available to support children and families in West Berkshire; some of these services are provided by the Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust (BHFT) and some are provided by the Royal Berkshire Hospital Trust (RBH). Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust provides: health visitors…

Information for Providers (including Free Entitlement)

This Page is for Childcare providers EY3 form to tell Ofsted about certain changes to individuals, including names, addresses and any start or leave dates. Click on is link to find the Form: Early years and childcare providers: EY3 changes to individuals Free Entitlement Providers (Including…

Leisure and Recreation

Leisure and recreation West Berkshire has activities and events aimed at families for all different age groups. We also have plenty of parks and outdoor space where families can enjoy the outdoors together for free. Please use the section below to find links to Parks/…

Leisure and Recreation

In this section we have a range of leisure and recreational activities for you to take part in, ranging from art and craft activities to something more active in the sporting range. There are some groups which are specifically for those children with special educational…

Looking at Becoming a Childminder in West Berkshire?

If you are considering registering as a Childminder in West Berkshire, before you apply to OFSTED, you need to consider the requirements to be Ofsted compliant. In West Berkshire we do offer our own approved pre-registration childminding course, please contact us to put your name down for…

Mental health helplines

View West Berkshire Council's webpage on Mental Health Mental Health and Wellbeing - West Berkshire Council Whether you're concerned about yourself or a loved one, these helplines can offer expert advice. Anxiety UK Charity providing support if you've been diagnosed with an anxiety condition. Phone: 03444 775 774…

Money Matters

Financial difficulties are common and can be distressing for many families. There are several charities and services offering support and advice to help you take back control and manage your finances efficiently. For information and advice on saving money, budgeting, benefit entitlements, debt management and…

Terms and Conditions of Use

By registering with this website, you agree to these terms and conditions ("Terms").  Please read the Terms carefully as they set out your rights and obligation.  They also provide information on how you can submit material (“Content”) and how this will be used. IF WE…

Training and Employment

Training and employment can be accessed by everyone living or working in the West Berkshire area. Young people aged 16 or over and no longer in full time secondary education can choose to enrol on an apprenticeship, a traineeship, or part time or full time…

What is a Childminder?

Childminders: Look after children in their own homes, Required to register with Ofsted Can look after 6 children under the age of 8 years, 3 of which can be under 5 and 1 of which can be under 1 at any one time (permission can…
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