Being a parent or carer is never easy, and we all need a little help and advice from time to time. Below is a range of useful links that you may find helpful.
The Play Council aims to ensure that provision to all children is of the highest standard, whether the focus is on play, as with open access, or care within a day care setting. The Play Council is committed to providing the highest possible standards in all aspects of its services.
01256 844847
Gingerbread
Gingerbread is the leading support organisation for lone parent families in England and Wales. Gingerbread was started in 1970 and is a registered charity maintained by lone parents. At this site you will find valuable information about support for lone parent families.
0800 018 4318
Click here to find out more.
The Incredible Years Parenting Programme
This programme runs courses in Basingstoke that are free for parents and carers, and provides both refreshments and a crèche.
The programme aims to:
provide parents with the skills to deal with difficult behaviour using positive discipline. Learning to play and praise the child to boost his or her self-confidence
build parents’ confidence and reduce family stress
help children to succeed at home, at school and with friends.
Contact: Sarah Verney
The Hampton Trust
Bermuda Practice
Shakespeare House
Shakespeare Road
Popley
Basingstoke
RG24 9DS
01256 352 062 or 0795 866 2365
Directgov
Directgov offers information for parents on your child's education, rights and safety as well as advice on a range of issues including health in pregnancy, adoption procedures and childcare.
Click here to find out more.
Hampshire Family Information Directory
The Hampshire Family Information Directory provides a directory of children's services, including: things for children to do, places to go, schooling information, health, safety, leisure as well as details on working with children and services available.
Click here to view the website.
