The 0-3s Outreach Service is available to support parents and communities set up new Parent and Toddler Groups to meet local needs.
If you are thinking of starting a Group please get in touch, the 0-3s Outreach Service is here to help and the service is free.
How Can We Help?
We can help you to:
- apply for 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.
Clic here for details of Parent and Toddler Groups in Wiltshire
Parent and Carer Support Groups
The 0-3s Outreach Service is also available to support the setting up of other parent and carer groups. So if you are thinking of setting up a:
Young Parents Group
Under 1s Group
Twins or Multiple Birth Group
Lone Parents Group
or, any other Group where parents, carers and their children meet please contact us on 01380 871200
