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Information for Parents

Have fun and spend time with your child in a safe and friendly environment.

Family Fun 

An exicting programme of events and activities runs throughout the year. From regular weekly activities to new events and promotions every month.
Discover What's On for all the family and activities especially for Babies and Toddlers

Discover 'Got kids? Get Reading! Ideas for Parents and Carers' in a PDF format.  

Local Services

The Tower Hamlets Children's Information Service provides information on childcare services, jobs and training. For more information 020 7364 6495 or email: cis@towerhamlets.gov.uk 

The 'Starting School in Tower Hamlets' booklet is available in English, Bengali and Somali

Surestart Children's Centres offer services for children aged 0-5 years and their families.

Recommended Websites

Autism - Families with Autism Summer Newsletter Volume 2 Issue 6 [PDF format]

BBC Parenting - includes Play & Do, Family Matters and an interactive area 

BT Better World Campaign - free resources for parents and children

Childcarelink - information on local childcare provision

Child Net - helping to make the Internet a safe place for children

Day Care Trust - national childcare charity offering information and advice

Directgov Parents - information for parents including childcare, education, law and money

Family and Parenting Institute - information for parents and families 

Family Fun - entertainment guide to What's On in London for families.

Fathers Direct - national information centre on fatherhood

Gingerbread - free factsheets, useful organisations and support groups for single parents

Internet Watch Foundation - where to report websitesof concern

iVillage Parenting - online information network for women

Netmums - local network for Mums

Parentline Plus - advice on parenting issues

Parents Against Drugs - helpline, one to one support and information for parents whose children use drugs

Parents Centre - information and support for parents

PAPYRUS [Prevention of Young Suicide] - Information for parents of suicidal children and supports those bereaved by suicide. 0870 170 4000 Helpline

Port Cities Family Walking Trail - discover the history of West India Docks on this fun family walking trail 

Surestart - government programme to deliver early education, childcare and health and family support

Surf Safely - discover the latest isses related to Internet safety

UCAS Parents - find out about higher education and the application process. Register for your free copy of the Parent Guide for a wealth of information about finance, student welfare and selecting the right course 

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Thursday, December 4, 2008


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