Help and support if you have children

Services

  • Sure Start Maternity Grant

    Sure Start Maternity Grant is a £500 payment to help with the costs of a new baby: what you'll get, eligibility and how to apply (claim form SF100).

  • The law on leaving your child on their own

    The law does not say an age when you can leave a child on their own, but it's an offence to leave a child alone if it puts them at risk

  • Childcare Grant

    Childcare Grants for full-time students in higher education - grants, CCG1, CCG2 forms, how to apply, eligibility

  • Find a Sure Start Children's Centre

    Search for Sure Start Children's Centres near to your home to find out about daycare and parenting advice

  • Childcare out of school hours

    Childcare for your children before and after school - after-school clubs, breakfast clubs, homework clubs, childminders

Organisations