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Find out more about the workforce in Gloucestershire that works with our youngest children and how the workforce is transforming to better help children develop their full potential

Information about support services available for very young children and their families.

Ofsted is now responsible for the regulation and registration of childminding and day-care providers.

Grants and funding for early years and childcare providers

Career opportunities in early years, childcare and playwork

Information about the development of children's centres, extended services, Lead Professionals and Budget Holding Lead Professionals.

Further information on the Commissioning Team's main functions and responsibilities

Gloucestershire's Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership

Under the Children Act 1989, Social Care has duties and powers to help children in need and their families.

The CAF is an assessment tool which can be used across the children's workforce.

In April 2009, there was a major change in how assessment of local public services, including children's services, are carried out.

provides information about childminders, day nurseries, childcare services, activities and events for children and young people aged 0-19 (25 for young people with additional needs).

The way that services for vulnerable children and young people are managed and provided in Gloucestershire is changing.

pages for professionals and those working with young people