Useful websites
Makaton
If you would like to learn more about the signs and symbols used at playgroup, the Makaton Charity website is a fantastic source of information and free resources.
The Communication Trust
Lots of great speech, language and communication resources for parents with children aged 0-5 years.
The Communication Trust – Early Years resources
The Communication Trust – Resources for Parents
Nottinghamshire Family Directory
Information, advice and support on a wide range of topics for parents, child carers and professionals.
Internet Safety
Information about helping to keep children safe online.
Children’s Internet Safety Test
Physical Activity for Children
Department of Health poster, giving ideas about how to keep young children active, and the benefits that this leads to.
Illnesses where children should be kept at home
Public Health England guidance setting out when and for how long children should stay at home, when treatment/ medication is required and where to get further advice.
Public Health England Guidance
Childcare information
Government help with childcare costs for parents.