Early Help Reshape in Devon County Council
Devon County Council is pleased to announce that the reshape of Children’s Social Care Early Help services has now taken place, with the new service configuration going live from the 1 September.
Thematic Review: Physical Harm to Infants under 2
The review focused on two of our priorities: improving outcomes for pre-birth services and support service for infants, and enhancing multi-agency collaboration.
Pre-birth Referral Pathways – Update
All professionals in contact with pregnant mothers should routinely assess the needs of the mother and unborn baby.
Partnership becomes Devon Safeguarding Children Partnership
From 5 September 2023, the Partnership will become the Devon Safeguarding Children Partnership.
Join the new Family Advisory Board
The group is for parents and carers with experiences of Children’s Social Care who are interested in helping to improve these services.
Talking to children away from screens is vital to development
Studies show that young children can learn more vocabulary from conversation at the dinner table.
Parents Childcare Survey Summer 2022
You can help Devon early years team ensure there is enough high-quality, affordable childcare to enable parents and carers to work or train.
This week is social work week 2022
We want to thank everyone for the work that you do and the difference that we make to children and families across Devon.
Keeping babies safe
Support and guidance is available to help you cope with a crying baby and ensure safer sleeping for your infant.