The Youth Sport Trust have developed a collection of free resources which are useful for both Early Years settings and parents. The resources focus on assisting families to move more in the home without the need for equipment.

Parents and practitioners can access a variety of activity cards, as well as important information on the importance of physical activity, by clicking on the button below.

The Department for Education have published information to support early years leaders and managers to check staffs qualifications.

The Oral Health promotion team are holding a session to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral health. The session will take place in Hounslow library in Hounslow House, on Wednesday, 28 May from 11:00 - 12:00.

Please share this information with any local families.  Childminders are also welcome to attend with their children. Why not pop along and pick up your free toothbrush pack.

Hounslow Family Information Service (FIS) has expanded its contact channels to help more families access information and advice on childcare and early years education.

New Services:

• Bookable 1-1 appointments (in person and online)
• Online drop-in sessions

Existing Services:

• Telephone: 020 8583 3470
• Email: fis@hounslow.gov.uk
• Website: www.hounslow.gov.uk/fsd   
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LBHChildrenandFamilies

Please share the new access channels with any families you feel could benefit. The booking form is available via the link below. https://fsd.hounslow.gov.uk/SynergyWeb/access_channels.aspx

Childcare works have created an easy-to-read myth-buster to address common misconceptions around childcare expansion with the latest guidance. This includes comprehensive and accurate information from trusted official sources that can easily be downloaded, printed and shared with teams or displayed in staff rooms.