Links
Here are some external links we think you may find useful. All links will open a new browser window.
Office For Standards in Education (OFSTED): Here you are able to search for and view our own inspection report and those of prospective schools/colleges for your children. OFSTED inspects, amongst other things, the quality of care and effectiveness of learning within a childcare or learning establishment.
Wiltshire Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership (WEYDCP): WEYDCP is a support service for families and children under the age of 14 years (16 years if disabled). They also aim to enhance the educational experience of children in the foundation stage.
Wiltshire County Council: This is the website for the county council. Here you can find details on local services provided by the council and also information on how to apply for Wiltshire primary and secondary school places when the time comes.
SureStart: Surestart is the government's initiative to provide the best start for children and their families from birth by providing funding and support, including maternity grants and Children's Centres.
HomeStart: This is a government initiative to provide support and advice to parents who are struggling to cope, and helping to put the fun back into family life.
High/Scope: Redland Nursery is currently implementing the High/Scope approach to early years education - read their website for more details.
National Literacy Trust: Encouraging the literary development of our nation.
Daycare Trust: The Daycare Trust is the national childcare charity; it has been working since 1980 to promote high-quality childcare for everyone.
Healthy eating: Some useful advice on healthy eating and a well-balanced diet from the government; for people of all ages, from babies to the elderly, also for special dietary requirements at different times - for example, during pregnancy/breastfeeding.
Related links on help with childcare costs
SureStart: Surestart - help with Childcare costs
Learn Direct - Childcare: Learndirect funding
Inland Revenue (advice for employers and employees): Advice on Tax Credits
