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"It's not just a matter of childcare, but a place where childcare matters"
CHILDRENS CENTRES
Children’s Centres are a ‘one-stop shop’ for children under 5 and their families/carers.
The Faversham Children’s Centres at St Mary’s and Bysing Wood work together to deliver a range of services in Faversham for children under 5 and their families covering childcare, health, family and support services in a supportive, understanding and positive environment.
Children’s Centres are being developed across Kent as part of the Government’s commitment to:
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The best start in life for every child
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Better opportunities for parents
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Affordable quality childcare
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Stronger and safer communities
Health Visitors, Midwives, and other agencies work from the Centre so you can access all this under one roof. Children’s Centres are a ‘one-stop shop’ for children under 5 and their families/carers.
The activities on offer include: -
Music groups
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Breast feeding advice and support
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Messy play
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Young parent groups - free driving lessons for up to 19 year olds
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Advice on benefits, education, employment and training
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Play and activity groups to suit babies to pre-schoolers
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Preparation for school
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Postnatal support & child health clinics
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Outreach/Parent Learning activities
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Special events (Summer Playscheme, Christmas Celebrations etc.)
And many more ...
St Mary’s Children’s Centre
Orchard Place
Faversham
ME13 8AP
Tel: 01795 591101
Email: maxine.lock@kent.gov.uk
Bysing Wood Children’s Centre
Lower Road
Faversham
ME13 7NU