Children and families - Liverpool City Council
Children and families
Children and families
Early years and childcare
Children's centres and childcare providers, how to access free early learning, and a range of support for providers.
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
If you suspect your child is having problems, get in touch with the school or seek help and advice.
Occupational Therapy for children
Occupational therapy looks at ways we can help children with additional needs carry out key life tasks at home, school and at play.
Children's social care
Keeping children safe, reporting children at risk and how to get help from children's social care.
Family Hubs
Find out where Liverpool’s Family Hubs are and what they can offer you.
Liverpool Family Information and SEND Directory
If you're looking for local services or activities for children, young people and families the directory is a great place to start.
Holiday activity hub
Primary and secondary children in Liverpool can enjoy free activity sessions and nutritious meals in the school holidays.
Fostering
If you want to provide a loving family home for a child or young person, fostering may be for you.
Private fostering
We need to know about all privately fostered children and young people to make sure they get the right care and support.
Adoption in Merseyside
Adoption in Merseyside is the regional adoption agency for Liverpool. Find out more and request an information pack.
How we meet the needs of children
We are committed to securing better outcomes and services for children and young people in our care.
Related pages
Liverpool Targeted Services for Young People
Child employment and performance
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