Childcare

Free childcare

You may be able to apply for free childcare if you're working. You can apply when your child is two years and 36 weeks for 30 hours of childcare.

Find out more from the Childcare Choices webpages.

Child safety 

Child accident prevention is a crucial aspect of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children. Here are some key points to consider for preventing accidents: 

  1. Environment: improving the design and planning of living spaces can create safer homes and leisure areas. This includes using adaptations like fireguards and safety gates. 

  1. Education: increasing awareness of accident risks and providing information on how to minimise these risks is essential. This involves educating both children and adults about safety in various settings. 

  1. Enforcement: implementing and adhering to safety regulations can help prevent accidents by ensuring that environments are as safe as possible. 

  1. General safety advice: simple solutions and changes to routines can prevent many serious accidents. FoGeneral safety advicer example, keeping small objects like button batteries out of reach can prevent choking hazards

For more detailed information and resources, the Child Accident Prevention Trust offers free educational materials, safety workshops, and advice for parents and carers. They also provide specific guidance on hazards such as button batteries and the risks associated with certain toys like fidget spinners.

Remember, most serious accidents involving children are preventable with the right knowledge and precautions.