Early Years and Childcare
We provide information and advice on services and activities for children aged 0-19.
We support the quality of early years education and the development of childcare provision under the National Childcare Initiative set by Sure Start.
Buckinghamshire Children's Information Service (BCIS)
All local authorities provide information to families through a Family Information Service. Your local service is Buckinghamshire Children’s Information Service (BCIS) and it offers a free telephone service (from UK landlines) providing confidential, impartial and up to date advice and information on a wide range of issues to support Buckinghamshire parents of children aged 0-19.
BCIS has links with numerous services involved in children and childcare, both in the council and local organisations. It is a great starting point for any enquiry relating to your family, childcare or careers working with children. BCIS will provide the information you need or signpost you to appropriate services as required.
BCIS can provide a wide range of information and advice on:
- Childcare – including Ofsted registered childminders
- Leisure activities in your local area including holiday play schemes and parent and toddler groups
- Financial support for families
- Parenting classes, advice and support groups
- SureStart Children’s Centres in your local area
- A range of issues such as bullying, healthy eating and child safety
And for those working or interested in the childcare profession:
- Careers in childcare
- Information on setting up a childcare facility
To find out more about services and activities in your area contact BCIS on the number below.
Telephone between 9.30am and 4.30pm (outside these hours there is an answer service) or pop into the office between 10- 4pm on weekdays - The Friary, Entrance 1, Rickfords Hill, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 2RT
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The Buckinghamshire Children's Information Service is evolving! Soon to be Buckinghamshire Family Information Service.
For more information call 0800 3283317 or email bcis@buckscc.gov.uk
Related files (you need Acrobat Reader to open):
- Play and recreation policy for children and young people PDF 188KB
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