Nurturing Little Minds: Preparing Your Child for School

Is your child ready for school?

School readiness isn't just about knowing your ABCs and 123s. It's about fostering a love of learning, building social skills, and developing a sense of independence.

Here's how we can help...


Your Child's Development

Your child's development checks are essential tools for ensuring your child's growth and well-being. Take a look at the development checks, services and free activities that support your little ones development

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Apply for your child's Nursery place

All you need to know on applying for your little one's Nursery place

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Immunisations

What Immunisations does my little one need to have

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How to support your child's development at home

Tips for parents and carers on how you can support your little one's development at home

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Free and Fun Activities

Take a look at free activities available across Sandwell that are fun and support your child's development.

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Apply for your child's school place

Is your child due to start in Reception or transfer from an Infant School to a Junior School? Find out how and when to apply, and other information regarding the process.

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School Readiness

School readiness means that your child has a range of knowledge and skills that will enable them to make progress through school and life. Your child being school ready is very important.

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Keeping your toddler safe

Despite your best efforts, childhood accidents can sometimes happen. Here are some tips to avoid them and help keep your little one as safe as possible

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Early Years Programme for Parents

Let’s face it bringing up children is one of the hardest jobs out there! Children don't come with an instructional manual and we all need a bit of help and guidance from time to time.

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Looking After Your Child's Oral Health

Tips to help your child with brushing their teeth and how you can look after their oral health

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