National Websites
These are general national websites
BBC website
www.bbc.co.ukThis is useful for school league tables, education news and links to children's education websites
Childcare Link
www.childcarelink.gov.ukProvides details of local childcare providers in England and Scotland as well as general information about childcare.
Department for children, schools and families
www.dcsf.gov.ukThe purpose of the Department for Children, Schools and Families' is to make England the best place in the world for children and young people to grow up.
Department of Health
www.dh.gov.ukProviding health and social care policy, guidance and publications for NHS and social care professionals.
Direct Gov
www.direct.gov.ukProvides information from across UK government departments on topics ranging from travel safety and parental leave to special educational needs and local NHS services.
Every Child Matters
www.everychildmatters.gov.uk/Every Child Matters: Change for Children is a new approach to the well-being of children and young people from birth to age 19.
Family and Parenting Institute
www.familyandparenting.orgThe Family and Parenting Institute researches what matters to families and parents.
Family Links
www.familylinks.org.ukFamily Links is a registered charity promoting emotional literacy, nurturing and relationship skills in families, schools and communities.
Job Centre Plus
www.jobcentreplus.gov.ukProvides help and advice on jobs and training including how to find your local job centre plus office.
OFSTED
www.ofsted.gov.ukThe official body for inspecting schools and childcare providers; the site provides links to reports and official publications as well as FAQ and contact details.
Parent Line Plus
www.parentlineplus.org.ukA registered charity that offers help and support to anyone parenting a child.
Parents for Inclusion
www.parentsforinclusion.orgParents for Inclusion is a network of parents of disabled children and children with 'special needs'.
Relate
www.relate.org.uk/
Sure Start
www.surestart.gov.uk/Sure Start is the Government programme to deliver the best start in life for every child. We bring together early education, childcare, health and family support.
The Parent Organisation
www.theparentorganisation.comThe Parent Organisation Ltd is a company set up to champion the rights of parents - the largest but least represented consumer group in the world.
The Parents Centre
www.parentscentre.gov.ukOffers information and support to parents, particularly focussed on their child
Working Families
www.workingfamilies.org.ukWorking Families helps children, working parents and carers and their employers find a better balance between responsibilities at home and work.
Working Links
www.workinglinks.co.ukFor people looking to get back to work.





