Bedfordshire Children's Information Service
Launched in August 1999 the Bedfordshire CIS offers a
Telephone Helpline Ol234 228229
and
an internet site: www.childcarelink.gov.uk/bedfordshire
offering detailed information and advice on childcare
for parents, childcare professionals and employers.
The information held will cover care for children between the ages of 0 and 14.
CiS can help you if:
- you are looking for childcare for the first time.
- you need someone to talk to about leaving your child for the first time.
- you are unsure about the standard of quality from a childcare setting.
- your child is starting school and you are thinking about returning to work.
- you are looking for a playscheme
- you need to know where your local playgroup is.
- you are unhappy with your current childcare arrangements and more besides....
Do you provide a childcare service that you would like included in the CIS?
- a child minder with vacancies
- a toddler group
- a parent support group
- a toy library
- a service for children with disabilities or special educational needs
- a sports or activity group
- a youth group for teenagers
- you provide training for childcare workers
- information about employers with family friendly policies
No matter what the nature of your enquiry, or how sensitive the issue, C1S will treat all matters in strictest confidence.
The CIS Manager
Early Years and Childcare Team
Bedford County Hall
Cauldwell Street
Bedford MK42 9AP
Telephone 01234 228229