Health & Wellbeing

NHS (National Health Service)

https://www.nhs.uk
Advice on health, illnesses, vaccinations, and child development.

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NHS 111 (urgent medical advice)
https://111.nhs.uk
For urgent health concerns and symptom checking.

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UK Health Security Agency (infection control guidance)
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency
Guidance on infectious diseases and exclusion periods from childcare settings.

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British Heart Foundation (healthy lifestyle advice)
https://www.bhf.org.uk
Healthy eating, exercise, and heart health for families.

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Childcare, Early Years & Education

Department for Education (DfE)
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education
Information on childcare funding, early years education, and policy.

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Ofsted (childcare inspections and standards)
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted
Inspection framework and childcare quality guidance.

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Foundation Years (early years resources)
https://foundationyears.org.uk
Support and resources for early years practitioners and parents.

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Herefordshire Council – Family Information Service
https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/children-young-people-and-families/
Local childcare, funding, and family support services.

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Herefordshire Council – Early Years Funding
https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/children-young-people-and-families/early-years
Information on funded childcare places.

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Herefordshire Council – School Admissions
https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/school-admission-policies
Guidance on school applications and admissions.

Parenting & Family Support

BBC Parenting
https://www.bbc.co.uk/parenting
Advice and guidance for parents on child development and family life.

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BBC Schools – Parents
https://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/parents/
Support for learning at home.

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Netmums
https://www.netmums.com
Parenting advice and local community support.

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Gingerbread (support for single parents)
https://www.gingerbread.org.uk
Advice and support for single parent families.

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Safeguarding & Child Protection

NSPCC (child protection charity)
https://www.nspcc.org.uk
Advice on keeping children safe and recognising abuse.

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Samaritans (emotional support)
https://www.samaritans.org
24/7 confidential emotional support.

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Learning & Communication Development

I CAN (speech and language support)
https://www.ican.org.uk
Support for children with speech, language, and communication needs.

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Family Benefits & Financial Support

HM Revenue & Customs (childcare support and tax credits)
https://www.gov.uk/browse/childcare-parenting
Information on childcare funding, tax-free childcare, and benefits.

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Outdoor Play & Learning

Woodland Trust – Nature Detectives
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk
Outdoor learning activities and nature resources for children.

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Key Note for Parents

If your child is unwell, please follow advice from the NHS and UK Health Security Agency regarding exclusion periods. This helps prevent the spread of infection within early years settings.

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This list is reviewed regularly to ensure all links remain current and relevant.