Child Choices
A Guide for Parents and Carers about Childcare and Early Learning in Barking and Dagenham for Children aged 0-19
The Family Information Service provides free, confidential and impartial advice on the full range of early education, childcare and children's services. We take account of the needs of children aged 0 to 19, their families, carers and professionals in Barking and Dagenham.
We do not recommend individual childcare providers but allow you to make your own choices based on the information we provide. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in promoting services which meet the needs of the Barking and Dagenham Community.
These web pages include information about:
- Pre-schools
- Day nurseries
- Before and after-school clubs
- Childminders
- Parent and toddler groups
- Schools
Help with the cost of childcare
- Free early education places for 3 and 4 year olds
- Childcare Vouchers
- Working Tax Credit
- Early learning for childcare
Children's centre services
- Child, family health and maternity services
- Family support and parenting services
- Information and support in finding jobs and appropriate training
- Information and advice for parents and families
Copies of this publication can be obtained from:
One Stop Shop
2 Town Square
Barking
IG11 7LU
The information in these web pages is available in large print, Braille, or audio on request.
- Children's Centres
- List of Parent and toddler groups
- List of Day Nurseries
- List of Pre-schools
- List of Out of school childcare
- Schools
- Libraries
- Toy Libraries
Download
Child Choices booklet 
PDF 1.80M
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. Barking and Dagenham Family Information Service cannot accept responsibility or liability for any errors which may have occurred.
It is therefore recommended that you check details with providers to ensure that their service meets your requirements.
Furthermore, Barking and Dagenham Family Information Service cannot recommend or endorse any of the services listed.
