The 0-3’s Outreach Team has a booklet for anyone considering setting up a Parent and Toddler Group. The booklet is a step by step guide to starting a group and can be obtained by contacting the 0-3’s Outreach Team at ask.
If you are thinking of starting a Group please get in touch, the 0-3’s Outreach Team is here to help and there is no charge.
How can we help?
We can help you to:
- Access start up funds, to buy toys and equipment
- Find somewhere to meet
- Check out the safety of the premises you want to use
- Set up a committee to share the work
- Set up procedures for running the group
- Loan you equipment to get you started
- Advise on room layout and what equipment to buy
The guide to starting a parent and toddler group includes information on:
- Getting Started – Is there a demand for a Group?
- Finding somewhere suitable to meet
- Health and Safety and Risk Assessment – What to consider when choosing premises for your Parent and Toddler Group
- How to decide what day and time to meet, and how much you need to charge
- How to organise your finances
- Applying for start up funds
- Toy loans available from the 0-3’s Outreach Team
- Forming a Committee
- What is an Annual General Meeting and Constitution
- Structure, room layout, toys and equipment and welcoming members
- Ongoing support available from the 0-3’s Outreach Team
- Useful contacts for insurance, funding and support
- A checklist for starting a Parent and Toddler Group
For a copy of the guide, or to arrange an informal, no commitment, meeting to talk over your ideas for starting a Parent and Toddler Group please ring the 0-3’s Outreach Team at ask on 01380 871200
