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Finding and choosing childcare
Finding and choosing childcare can seem scary. Here is some information and advice to help you find the right type of care for your child. Last reviewed February 2022Support and childcare for early years children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
At Suffolk County Council we promote equality and inclusion, particularly for disadvantaged families, children in care, children in need, children with disabilities and children with special educational needs. This includes working with parents/carers and providers to remove any barriers to accessing early education and to…Early years and childcare
"We believe that all children are entitled to go to any early years and childcare provision and to have their needs identified and met." Christina Lewis, Head of Service, Early Years and Childcare At Suffolk County Council we promote equality and inclusion, particularly for disadvantaged families, children…Health
There are a range of health services available for children and young people aged 0-25 based on an individual’s health need. In order to access any health service in Suffolk you, or your child/young person will need to be registered with a Suffolk GP. Children…Funded childcare for working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds
Last reviewed: June 2023 All 3 and 4 year old children can have 15 hours funded early education a week over 38 weeks of the year. That’s 570 hours every year until they start school. Some childcare providers offer fewer hours each week that can…Tax-Free Childcare
Last reviewed: June 2023 Tax-Free Childcare You can get up to £500 every 3 months (up to £2,000 a year) for each of your children to help with the costs of childcare. This goes up to £1,000 every 3 months if a child is disabled…Emotional Wellbeing Gateway (Mental Health Advice & Support Services)
Whether you are experiencing mental health issues, are worried about someone you care for, or want to know how to stay mentally well, the Gateway website is the place to go for families and professionals to access mental health support services in SuffolkI'm worried about my child's mental health
Does your child need urgent help? If it's an emergency call 999. If it's not life threatening. Call NHS mental Health Crisis Support Line on 111 and press option 2 (24/7) for anyone of any age in Norfolk and Suffolk. The video below…Primary Mental Health Workers - Under 18 Wellbeing Service for Schools in Suffolk
What are Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs)? Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs) Under 18 Wellbeing Service, provides consultation, support and guidance to school staff working with children and young people who are showing mild to moderate mental health concerns. School staff and professionals, in East and…Depression in children and young people
What is the difference between low mood and depression in children and young people? Low mood may come and go, whereas depression is when a child or young person is struggling with feelings of sadness over a long period of time that won't go away.…