Early Years and Childcare

National and local childcare information.

Daycare Trust is a national childcare charity, campaigning for quality affordable childcare for all children aged 0-14 and raising the voices of children, parents and carers. We advise parents and carers, providers, employers, trade unions and policymakers on childcare issues. We have an information line available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10.00am-5.00pm and also provide a range of useful information about various childcare issues on our website.

Sure Start is a government programme which aims to achieve better outcomes for children, parents and communities.

The official website of Sunderland’s Children’s Trust.

NCMA (the National Childminding Association) is a charity and professional association which works with registered childminders and nannies as well as other individuals and organisations to ensure families have access to high quality home-based childcare, play, learning and family support.

Tamba is a nationwide UK charity providing information and mutual support networks for families of twins, triplets and more. If you are expecting a multiple birth Tamba is here to support you.