Let’s Get Chatting campaign launches across Devon
A new campaign focusing on the importance of speech, language and communication in children from antenatal to five years old has launched this week.
A message from our new Chief Officer for Children’s Services
Melissa Caslake is delighted to have joined Devon County Council and has shared the following update for Children’s Services staff and partners.
Chief Officer for Children’s Services Update
Devon’s new Chief Officer for Children’s Services, Melissa Caslake, will start with the County Council on 1 February 2021.
New YouTube channel for pre-school children
With TailfeatherTV, children can explore and engage with fun topics through dance, singing, signing, learning, and playing.
Childcare exempt from localised restrictions
Families who share caring responsibilities with another household are allowed to continue if the care support is consistent.
Update from Jo Olsson on Head of Children’s Social Care
An update from Jo Olsson, Devon County Council’s Chief Officer for Children’s Services and Chair of the DCFP Executive Group
New parents urged to claim Child Benefit
New parents in Devon are being urged to claim Child Benefit, even if they have not yet been able to register the birth of their newborns due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Parents urged not to use a facemask on their baby
Parents and guardians of babies under three years old are advised not to cover their child’s mouth with a facemask as it could cause breathing difficulties.
Early Help summer holiday arrangements
A number of Early Help arrangements are in place this summer to help you get the support you need over the holidays.