Caerphilly Early Years and Childcare

Information and advice about early years, childcare and support for expectant parents or families with children from birth to 7 years. 

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If you are concerned about your child or just need some support, please contact us

Antenatal and Early Years Registration

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Flying Start programme

Find out of your child is eligible and how to apply

Professionals working in childcare and early years

For early years practitioners and relevant professionals working with families in the Caerphilly county borough only

ABUHB Children and Young People Occupational Therapy Service

The Children and Young People Occupational Therapy Service aims to support families by providing access to occupational therapy at the right time.

Their Resource Library offers a variety of hints, tips, and strategies to help children and young people with everyday activities such as self-care, school participation, and leisure.

If concerns persist after trying the suggested strategies, a new direct referral process is available through a pre-advice form. Alternatively, families can book a telephone appointment with an Occupational Therapist by calling 01633 431645.

Sparkle – Supporting Families, Changing Lives

Sparkle supports children and young people in Gwent with disabilities and/or developmental difficulties, along with their families. Their mission is to ensure these children are fully supported and able to participate in valued childhood experiences, with access to the same range of opportunities, life experiences, activities, and community services as any other child.

For more information, visit their website: Caerphilly | Sparkle, helping special children shine.

Support for Families with Children With Brain Conditions

Cerebra is a national charity dedicated to helping children with brain conditions and their families. Cerebra offer advice and support to children and their families in various ways to help families overcome challenges and discover a better life together with their child.

You can read more about how Cerebra has helped one mum in this article.

Welsh in Education Strategic Plan 2022-2032

An assessment of Welsh language provision across the borough and a plan to reach 26% of learners in Welsh medium Education in year 1 by 2032

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Helping Your Child Find Their Voice: A New Resource on Selective Mutism
11 December, 2025

Helping Your Child Find Their Voice: A New Resource on Selective Mutism We know how worrying it can be when your child finds it hard to speak in certain situations. […]

Flying Start Childcare Expansion to Reach More Families in Caerphilly – Applications Now Open!
1 September, 2025

The Caerphilly Early Years and Childcare Service is delighted to announce that the Flying Start childcare programme is expanding to include more postcode areas across Caerphilly County Borough. This latest […]

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