Welcome to the parents' zone!
Information and events for all mums, dads and carers in and around York!
Children's Centres
Children's Centres are places where children under five years old and their families can go to get services in their local area. They offer a huge range of support including childcare, parenting, family support services and much more.
Family Support and Parenting
Being a parent is probably the hardest job there is. The Family Support and Parenting section has information on what is available locally to parents when raising children.
Childcare
When it comes to choosing childcare there are lots of options to think about. Take a look at our childcare section for information and support with finding childcare.
Working in Early Years—it's not just child's play!
Working with Children in York offers a huge range of exciting and challenging opportunities for people who are passionate about making a difference. There are many types of career opportunities available, there is a job for you no matter what your interests, skills or qualifications.
Ask anything... York Family Information Service
The Family Information Service is a free and impartial information service for parents and carers of 0 to 19 year olds. They can give information on finding and paying for childcare, working with children, family groups, activities, parenting information and much more.
Being healthy
Being healthy can mean being physically healthy, sexually healthy, mentally and emotionally healthy.
You can make time for play... find out about the Mend Programme... a parent's guide to substance misuse... about the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service... Be a Star—Breastfeeding...
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Child protection
For information on child protection and how to report child abuse in the City of York visit the Safeguarding Children Board website.
