Parents can find out about the Government funding support they are entitled to, estimate childcare costs, and learn about the types of childcare provision available by visiting Childcare & Early Years Education - Best Start in Life.
Families Information Service (FIS)
The FIS provide information, advice and guidance to families across Cambridgeshire. They manage the Cambridgeshire online childcare directory and offer one-to-one support for families with children and young people aged from birth to 25. Advice is free, confidential and impartial.
FIS can help with:
- Finding childcare.
- Understanding childcare funding options.
- Childcare for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and the Cambridgeshire Online | SEND Information Hub (Local Offer).
Email: fis@cambridgeshire.gov.uk.
Telephone: 0345 045 1360
For childcare updates and support, follow the FIS on Facebook.
50 Things to Do Before You're Five
50 Things to Do Before You're Five is a free mobile app that gives parents and carers 50 fantastic experiences to share with their children to help develop their confidence, language and vocabulary and to support them in being ready for the next stage in their education.
Best Start Family Hubs
Best Start Family Hubs offer groups, events, activities, courses and support for families with children aged from birth to 19 years old.
Health services
NHS Children's Health information from Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Children and Young People's Health Services.
