Make the most of everyday opportunities to chat with your baby or toddler while you are out and about. It will help them to develop their speech and communication skills. The new Walking Trail from the Literacy Trust is a great resource to get you started on making everyday trips a learning experience for your […]
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An update on measles from our Director of Public Health With measles cases rising in London, Dr Catherine Mbema, our Director of Public Health, has recorded a video explaining why children should have both doses of the safe and effective vaccine. Our MMR (measles vaccine) webpage has more information about measles as well as some answers to frequently-asked questions.
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This year’s Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 (5-11 February 2024) theme is My Voice Matters. Developed with the help of children and young people in Place2Be partner schools, My Voice Matters is about empowering young people to use their voices and share what matters to them – while encouraging those around them to hear their
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Home is where the start is: Communication counts An online festival of fun and learning for the whole family! Our free online family festival celebrates your role of parents and carers as your child’s first and most enduring educator. During this fun family event, which will take place via Zoom and is aimed at parents
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Family Connects are one-off online events providing an opportunity to connect with other parents and carers via Zoom and learn about topics relevant to families and children aged 0-5. Plus you will share ideas in how to support children’s early education and each other. The Connect sessions are free thanks to funding from the Department of Education.
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Winston’s Wish is a charity that helps children, teenagers and young adults (up to the age of 25) find their feet when their worlds are turned upside down by grief. Through information about grief, on-demand helpline, email and live chat services, bereavement support and counselling, we support young people to understand their feelings, process their
How do puzzles support children’s learning and development? Adapted from an article by Melanie Pilcher in Under 5 Magazine From birth, your child’s growing brain solves puzzles as part of their brain development. From the time a young baby reaches out to grasp a toy for the first time, the brain is making connections.
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According to the Child Accident Protection Trust A shocking number of dangerous baby products are making their way into family homes throughout the UK. “ITV Regional News revealed today that many parents are unaware that products they’re buying from online marketplaces could suffocate, strangle or even choke their baby. Products assessed by a panel of experts
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The more we chat, play and read with our kids, the more we help build their brains. Any time, anywhere, whether at home or out and about, it all adds up. There’s no need to buy lots of toys or have big days out. Wherever you are, simply chatting back and forth, answering your child’s
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ABOUT THE WARM WELCOMES To support individuals affected by increased living costs in Winter, Lewisham Local are coordinating a network of local establishments to set up as Warm Welcomes. The Warm Welcomes was first piloted in Winter 2022/23 and will run again from 1st December 2023 until 31st March 2024. WHAT ARE WARM WELCOMES?
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