Information for parents

If you are looking for childcare for your child and don't know where to begin we can help.

The Suffolk Families Information Service offer information, advice and guidance on finding, choosing and using childcare, and free early education for your 3 or 4 year old. We also can help you find other services for your family.


20110218Babiesplayingonfloorv3 Advice about finding and choosing childcare
Information on types of childcare, finding a place for your child and the questions you might like to ask to make sure you have made the right choice.
earlyed Free early learning for 3 and 4 year olds
Find out about free early learning for your 3 or 4 year old.
Image of wellie boots linking to our childcare search Childcare Search
Visit the Childcare Link web site and find childcare in your area.
Havefunwebf Search for other services on Suffolk InfoLink
You can search for a range of services for you and your family. This includes sports activities, drama clubs, youth clubs and uniform groups like Scouts.
Boyreading3 Book start - free books for children
A national project given a free pack of books to babies and young children.   
Direct Gov Parents Page Direct Gov Parents Page - Information and support for parents including: Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave, How to find help with your child's learning, Advice on choosing a school and finding childcare by age group.
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A partnership between Suffolk's road safety team, police, fire services, community safety services and Suffolk Safecam.
DropInSessions100x100v2 Family Lives website - A national charity that works for, and with, parents.