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3-11 years: Helping your child to be happy
As your child grows up, they become more independent, but they need your love and care as much as ever. Friends, teachers and other people become important to them. But parents are still the most important people in a child's life! They love having your…3-11 years: Helping your child to learn
You are the most important teacher in your child's life - you can really make a difference to their learning. the value praise from you more than from anyone else - and it gives them the confidence they need to achieve. Sharing new experiences and…3-11 years: Self esteem and confidence building
Self-esteem and confidence are important. When children feel good about themselves, they tend to be happier, try harder and do better in school. They also have more friends, cope with any setbacks and fewer problems as teenagers. Children thrive when they feel successful and important…3-11 years: Understanding children's fears
It is common for young and growing children to become frightened of people, events or possible disasters during childhood. Usually, these worries don't last for long because children understand things better as they get older. Sometimes a fear becomes so strong that it stops a…Are you considering setting up a nursery, playgroup or out of school club in Manchester?
Please contact the Early Quality Assurance team for further support and advice. North or East Manchester - Lesley Rudge, email- l.rudge@manchester.gov.uk Central Manchester - Jennie Henry. email -j.henry@manchester.gov.uk South Manchester or Wythenshawe - Gill Blackwell. email -g.blackwell@manchester.gov.ukFree Early Education for all 3 and 4 year olds in Manchester
All 3 and 4 year olds in Manchester are eligible to receive 15 hours of free early education each week during term time. Full details can be found on our main website.Education Benefits
Free school meals and free childcare are available to help Manchester residents with school costs. Click on the link to the webpages for further informationWhere to get help with Childcare
If you have any issues relating to Childcare, be it finding a suitable provider, applying for a place or paying for it. Please contact your local Children's Centre for advice. Search for your local Children's Centre.Parenting tips: For parents of children age 0-11+
Click on the links for further information on parenting tips; from understanding children's behaviour to toilet training and helping your child to sleep.