We have designed our new Family Hub Network pages. Here you can find your local hub and get information about services and support available, as well as lots of useful information and advice.

We recently asked for feedback from parents about our self-referral form. They told us it was too long and asked too many questions.

So, we listened and we’re now creating a much simpler online enquiry form – just a few quick questions so you can tell us what you need and then we’ll get in touch.

Keep an eye out – we’ll be sharing the new form soon!

Some family hubs across Nottinghamshire have been lucky enough to have received government Levelling Up funding.

The money has been used to improve centres' accessibility and inclusivity, making them more appealing to all age groups.

This includes re-decorating indoors and regenerating some of our outdoor provision.

One example of this has been at Oak Tree Family Hub in Mansfield, where the outdoor area has been transformed to incorporate learning and environmentally friendly equipment.

Visit the link below to learn more about the Levelling Up funding.

Starting a new school can feel exciting but also a bit stressful.

Did you know, you don’t always need to buy branded uniform? Many supermarkets sell cheaper items that schools still accept.

Most schools in Nottinghamshire also have uniform swap shops. These let parents donate clean, used uniforms and pick up what their child needs for free, helping families to save money and cut down on waste.

Check with your child’s school for their uniform policy and information about donated items.

Smoking in cars with under 18s present is illegal and harms children, as they have smaller airways and breathe faster. This means that they take in more of the toxic chemicals.

Second-hand smoke also causes the same diseases as smoking.

Specific risks for children include:

• serious conditions like cancer, bronchitis and pneumonia
• asthma
• ear infections
• chronic coughs
• decreased lung function
• increased risk of meningitis (impacts on immune system)
• increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

The best way to protect your children is to give up smoking. FREE services are available to help - find out more at the link below.

Our mobile youth bus service operates throughout Nottinghamshire and is well resourced with wheelchair access too.

The buses give young people a place to socialise, meet friends, have fun and take part in a range of enriching activities.

We provide:

• access to information and advice on a wide range of topics
• games, music and circus skills
• arts, crafts and quizzes
• opportunities to take part in trips
• different sports including football, cricket and basketball
• snacks and refreshments.

For more information and to find your nearest mobile youth provision, check out the link below.

Your child will have lots of new activities and routines to get used to when they start school. There are lots of things you can do at home to help them become more independent and ready to start school come September.

The Starting Reception team has created some great resources to help support you at home.

You can find these and more useful tips at the link below.