Children and families

- Early years and childcare
  
  Children's centres and childcare providers, how to access free early learning, and a range of support for providers.
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
  
  If you suspect your child is having problems, get in touch with the school or seek help and advice.

Occupational Therapy for children Occupational therapy looks at ways we can help children with additional needs carry out key life tasks at home, school and at play.
Children's social care Keeping children safe, reporting children at risk and how to get help from children's social care.
Liverpool Family Information and SEND Directory If you're looking for local services or activities for children, young people and families the directory is a great place to start.
Holiday activity hub Primary and secondary children in Liverpool can enjoy free activity sessions and nutritious meals in the school holidays.
Fostering If you want to provide a loving family home for a child or young person, fostering may be for you.
Private fostering We need to know about all privately fostered children and young people to make sure they get the right care and support.
Adoption in Merseyside Adoption in Merseyside is the regional adoption agency for Liverpool. Find out more and request an information pack.

Early years and childcare