Parents and Carers
This section is for parents and carers who are looking for services and activities across Redbridge, and those looking for guidance and advice on family life. Choose from one of the categories listed for more information.- Volunteer Parent Champions
Exciting volunteering opportunity promoting Early Years services to local parents. Early Years services in Redbridge are widely acknowledged to be among the best. However, some parents are not getting the most out of what’s on offer and the numbers of children who start school not…Looking after a child who is not your own – Private Fostering Information for Professionals
The law states that we have to be notified of any private fostering arrangements so that the Child Protection Team can complete an assessment to ensure that the child in this arrangement is safe. Schools and admissions teams are of vital importance in identifying these…Looking after a child who is not your own - Private Fostering information for Carers
Are you looking after a child who is not your own? You may be privately fostering without being aware you are doing so and action may need to be taken. What is Private Fostering? Private fostering is when a child under 16 (or under 18,…Private education
The Education Act 2002 requires all independent schools to be registered with the Department for Education. Registration of new schools must be made before the school begins to operate and admit pupils. They will be examined by the relevant inspectorate during the regular cycle of inspections all…Creches in Redbridge
What can a creche offer? Short term childcare for parents involved in an activity (such as leisure or training) which is taking place on the same premises as the creche Choosing a creche For information on choosing a childcare provider, please click here. Finding a creche…Breakfast clubs in Redbridge
What is a breakfast club? Suitable for school aged children Can be registered with Ofsted - see here for details of who doesn't need to register Typically open from 8.00am up to the start of the school day Can only offer Tax Free Childcare and childcare…After school clubs in Redbridge
What is an after school club? Suitable for school aged children Can be registered with Ofsted - see here for details of who doesn't need to register Typically open after the school day and up to 6.00pm to 7.00pm Can only offer Tax Free Childcare and…