As of September 2018, day care is delivered as part of a parent and child programme that is specifically aimed at families who require additional support to fully meet their child’s needs while their child attends high-quality childcare.

Aims and objectives:

• To increase your understanding of your child’s development and how you can support this within the home environment.
• To promote positive relationships between you and your child.
• To support you in making positive relationships for you and your child, then building in protective factors.
• To contribute to the plan for your child and to make recommendations in relation to any continued need or areas for development.

The parent and child programme is for a 12-week period and runs every day at Parr Children’s Centre (12.45pm–4.30pm) and Central Link Children’s Centre (9.30am–12.30pm). 

You will need to ensure that your child attends day care every day and for two hours a week at Parr Children’s Centre. You will be expected to attend the parent and child session to support the development of your child.

For more information, speak to your Social Worker or Personal Adviser and they can make a referral.