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Early years and childcare
Children, young people and families: latest service update
Some of our services have changed. Visit our coronavirus hub for the latest information and advice about finding childcare, childcare providers reopening and direct payments.
Please visit these pages for updates before contacting us.
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Help with childcare costs
Find out about free early education and childcare for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and other childcare schemes
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Find a childcare provider
Choosing and finding a childcare provider
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Family Information Service
Get support and advice from the Family Information Service (FIS)
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Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service
Access the service from family hubs and delivery sites across Essex
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Help your children learn and play
Help develop your child’s communication skills with fun activities and learning at home
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Early years and childcare: advice for practitioners
Where early years childcare providers in Essex can get information and advice
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