Early years

• Newham Council provides a range of services for children aged five and under. Here you can find out about childcare, health services and other information about making sure children in Newham get off to a good start.

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• Your local Early Start programme

  To find out what facilities are available in your area, contact your local Early Start programme using the details here.

• Child and family support

  Family support issues are cores to the work of Newham's Early Start programmes.

• Child and family health services

  We support and work alongside statutory and voluntary agencies to develop and deliver family centred health services.

• Help with finding childcare

  We provide free information for parents and carers about childcare in Newham.

• Children and Young People

  Newham Council has now published its first Children and Young People's Plan (CYPP).

• Protecting children

  Here you can find information on how to protect Newham's children and young people.

• Childrens Rights

  We offer many services to ensure that children get the information and support that they need.

• Services for childcare providers

  We offer guidance and support to new and potential childcare providers and childminders in Newham.