Wraparound school aged childcare funding and fully funded online training ‘The Essential 3 series – marketing, team and finance’
You could be entitled to apply for funding if you are looking to create or expand wraparound childcare. Apply now to have funding in place for a September start and don’t miss out! We are also running fully funded training sessions designed to equip you with the confidence and skills to effectively market your setting, attract and retain exceptional staff members and take control or your finances.
Online booking for this summer’s Holiday Activities and Food programme is now open
Parents and carers can book places on the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme this summer.
Out of school play and childcare conference – 26 Sept, Exeter (funded for Devon wraparound and HAF providers)
Promoting all aspects of out of school childcare provision, including Wraparound Childcare, Holiday and Food Programme (HAF) and the Breakfast Club programme, the conference is a must for all staff and managers working within the sector.
Young carer’s toolkit
The DYC My Young Carer Life Toolkit will facilitate an early understanding of whether the child or young person is caring, the extent of their involvement, and the effects this has on them.
Bow Bears pre-school turns 50!
Bow Bears pre-school in Bow, Nr Crediton, has celebrated its 50th anniversary.
International day of play
International Day of Play took place on 11th June 2025. We would love to hear how you celebrated this special day!
Child seat safety
Child Seat Safety, the national advisor for child car seats under Road Safety Great Britain, is a helpful resource. They offer expert guidance for both parents and professionals, including accredited training courses designed to ensure every journey is a safe one.
Important changes to Family Hubs / Locality Early Help
Changes to the Family Hubs / Locality Early Help support contact details.
Enhanced safeguarding training expanded ahead of EYFS safeguarding reforms
The Devon Early Years and Childcare Service is pleased to announce an expansion of its Enhanced Safeguarding training in preparation for the upcoming Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) safeguarding reforms, which come into effect on 1st September 2025.
Fully funded training for wraparound childcare and holiday providers (including HAF)
Calling all out of school childcare providers! Do you have trouble promoting your childcare? Do you have issues with recruitment and retention or become financially stable? We will be running fully funded training sessions on these topics- dates to be confirmed soon!