Child Care Information
Childcare for disabled children has its own challenges so we hope that the resources on this page will inform you about the possibilities.
Barnet Council
This links to lots of different options for childcare in Barnet, including nurseries, nannies and childrens centres
http://www.barnet.gov.uk/childcare
Direct Gov
When it comes to childcare for a disabled child, a lot of the considerations are the same as for any other child. There are a few extra things to think about, such as specialist training or a child's medical needs. Find out about different types of childcare.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/CaringForSomeone/CaringForADisabledChild/DG_10027203
Cafamily
There are a range of benefits for both parents and children from good quality childcare. Some families use informal childcare, such as other family members, friends or neighbours. However you may also find that you need to make more formal childcare arrangements. Some childcare settings provide specialist services for disabled children, however all childcare should welcome and include disabled children.
http://www.cafamily.org.uk/families/rightsandentitlements/childcare.html
The Day Care Trust
Choosing the right childcare can be a difficult decision for every parent, but can be particularly challenging if your child has a disability or special educational need. Read our guide which aims to set out what should be available and will take you through your childcare options. There are tips on choosing the right childcare and guidance on what support your local authority should offer you. It looks at the financial help available for childcare costs, including funding specifically for disabled children. The DayCare Trust has produced this useful publications.
Order a free copy of this publication.
Working Mums
Got a question on work rights or child care? Here is a panel of experts to ask.
http://www.workingmums.co.uk/advice-and-support/
Childcare for disabled children has its own challenges so we hope that the resources on this page will inform you about the possibilities.
Barnet Council
This links to lots of different options for childcare in Barnet, including nurseries, nannies and childrens centres
http://www.barnet.gov.uk/childcare
Direct Gov
When it comes to childcare for a disabled child, a lot of the considerations are the same as for any other child. There are a few extra things to think about, such as specialist training or a child's medical needs. Find out about different types of childcare.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/CaringForSomeone/CaringForADisabledChild/DG_10027203
Cafamily
There are a range of benefits for both parents and children from good quality childcare. Some families use informal childcare, such as other family members, friends or neighbours. However you may also find that you need to make more formal childcare arrangements. Some childcare settings provide specialist services for disabled children, however all childcare should welcome and include disabled children.
http://www.cafamily.org.uk/families/rightsandentitlements/childcare.html
The Day Care Trust
Choosing the right childcare can be a difficult decision for every parent, but can be particularly challenging if your child has a disability or special educational need. Read our guide which aims to set out what should be available and will take you through your childcare options. There are tips on choosing the right childcare and guidance on what support your local authority should offer you. It looks at the financial help available for childcare costs, including funding specifically for disabled children. The DayCare Trust has produced this useful publications.
Order a free copy of this publication.
Working Mums
Got a question on work rights or child care? Here is a panel of experts to ask.
http://www.workingmums.co.uk/advice-and-support/