About Sure Start
What is Sure Start?
Sure Start is a government initiative that brings together:
- Early Education & Childcare
- Family Support & Outreach
- Child & Family Health Services
- To provide the best possible start in life for every child
What is Sure Start Preston East Children's Centre?
Our programme offers services and support to under 5 year olds and their families living in Brookfield and Deepdale (including Holme Slack)
What about if we are expecting a baby?
Yes, you can join Sure Start too
Is it just for Mums and children?
No, its for Dads and carers too. Stepparents, childminders and grandparents can get involved too.
What activities and support are available?
- Parent, baby and toddler groups
- Dads group
- Grandparent support group
- Events, such as Fun Days and Parties
- Baby feeding support
- Toy library / book libary
- Training courses, including Positive Parenting
- Baby massage
- Health & Wellbeing group
- Creches
- Story Sacks
- Stop smoking support
- Support for families affected by Domestic Violence
- Support to families experiencing difficulties
- Speech and language development
- Breast Feeding Support
- Young Parents Support Group
- Volunteers Project
- Counselling
And much, much more!