Are you a parent who needs support with Early Years Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We’re here to help!
Our Early Years Advice Line is open every week during term time for parents and carers who’d like to speak directly with a member of the SEND Team.
📞 Call us on: 01442 453920
🗓 Wednesdays: 9:00am – 12:30pm
🗓 Thursdays: 1:30pm – 4:00pm
Whether you have a concern about your child’s development, need guidance navigating support, or just want to talk things through with a specialist, we’re here for you.
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Thinking about becoming a childminder, but not sure where to start?
Hertfordshire’s Step2Skills Bootcamps are a great starting point if you’re considering a career in childminding or childcare and want to build your confidence and skills in a supportive way.
🌱 What Step2Skills Bootcamps offer:
✅ Free training for adults
✅ Beginner friendly – no prior qualifications needed
✅ Practical skills to help you explore a career in childcare
✅ Flexible learning to fit around family life
✅ A supportive step into further training or employment
Whether you’re returning to work, changing careers, or exploring childcare for the first time, Step2Skills can help you take that first step towards a rewarding role working with children.
👉 Find out more and see upcoming courses here.
Questions? contact: earlyyears@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Starting Reception – Parent Information Session (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities(SEND) Focus)
Starting Reception is a big milestone for both children and parents — and if your child has special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), it’s completely natural to have questions.
To support you during this important transition, the Early Years SEND Team are hosting an online Microsoft Teams session where we’ll share:
✅ Practical tips to help prepare your child
✅ Ways to support emotional and social readiness
✅ What to expect in the first few weeks of Reception
✅ Answers to your questions
🗓 Date: Tuesday 16th June
⏰ Time: 7:00pm
This is a parent-focused session designed to help you feel confident, reassured, and ready for this next step.
💬 We’d love for you to join us!
📧 To book a place, please contact:
Kay Smith – Kay.Smith1@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Natalie Muller – Natalie.Muller@hertfordshire.gov.uk
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