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Information for parents

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Baby to preschool

Find resources and advice, including baby development, activities, health and preparing for school.

Educating your child at home

Guidance for parents who are considering educating their children outside the school system.

Childcare

Search and find various types of childcare options available to parents childminder, nanny etc

Childcare provider complaints

Information about how to raise a complaint

Especially for dads

Information for dads and other male carers.

Family Information Service

Provides information and support for children, young people and families in Oxfordshire.

Parenting programmes

Courses that help families build and maintain relationships.

Breaks for disabled children

Activities for disabled children and young people

Groups for disabled children

Organisations and groups for parents and carers around Oxfordshire.

Holiday activities and food

Free holiday activities and food for eligible children in Oxfordshire.

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