In Devon, every baby, child and family will have the best possible start in life. Our Best Start Family Service brings together parenting support, health services and early education so families can easily find the right help, at the right time, close to home.
By working together across family hubs, neighbourhood health services, children’s services, SEND services, schools, early years settings and community and voluntary partners, we are making support more joined‑up, welcoming and easier to access. This helps families feel supported, included and confident as their children grow and develop.
Our Best Start in Life Strategic Plan sets out our shared vision and priorities for improving outcomes for babies, young children and their families across Devon, and our collective commitment to giving every child the best possible start in life.
It defines our detailed delivery plans for the duration of the nationally-funded Best Start in Life programme from 2026 to 2029.