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DISC is the Family Information Service (FIS) for Devon and holds a wide range of information about children's services and registered childcare including Childminders, Creche, Holiday Schemes, Nurseries, Out of School Clubs, Pre-schools/Playgroups and non-registered Parent and Toddler Groups.

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Search for childcare in Devon here or call 0845 155 10 13

The search is not as detailed as was previously available and not may show all the information about providers. We are working on a solution to this, which we hope to have in place in the next few weeks.

Childcare information in Torbay and other nearby areas details here.

Search for Parent and Toddler Groups

Parent and Toddler groups are listed on our Family Service Directory here. In the advanced search select a category of 'Parent and Carer Services' and then a subcategory of 'Parent and Toddler Groups'

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Applying for a place at primary school

Was your child born between 1st Sept 2005 and 31st August 2006? If so, it is time to start thinking about the primary school you would like your child to go to. Applications should be submitted for a place in Sept 2010 or January 2011 between 1st November 2009 and 15th January 2010. Late application may result in refusal at your preferred school so don't miss your chance. Find out more here.

Early Years Entitlement

Early Years Education Funding is changing to Early Years Entitlement. Find out more here image - PDF icon

(19KB - pdf help) about the changes and how they will affect you. Download an information leaflet image - PDF icon

(234KB - pdf help).

Childwise, moneywise

The Daycare Trust have produced an audio guide includes information about childcare options and help parents can get with the costs of raising a family, including childcare costs. Download or listen to it here (also available in community languages).