If you are looking for childcare in Redbridge or activities and services for children and young people please contact Families Information Direct.

We provide information on childcare options and details of all currently registered services including :

• nurseries
• childminders
• pre-schools
• out of school and holiday clubs.
• parent and toddler groups 
• leisure and social activities for children and young people

We can also provide details of possible help with the costs of childcare.  You can call us or look for information online on our childcarelink website .  You can also find out about Children's centres in Redbridge and how you can benefit from the services that they provide

We also:

• have a series of 'Parent Know How' (PDF 583KB) leaflets to give you ideas about supporting your children and keeping them safe and to guide you if the going gets tough!
• hold details of local parenting courses - where you can gain support and new ideas about caring for your children
• work closely with Jobcentre Plus supporting parents who are returning to work in finding suitable childcare
• have information on careers in childcare including starting your own childcare business.

Are you a smart employer? Then you will want to know about being a family friendly employer and how this can add value to your business.  Call us for an Employer's guide to childcare. 

Our philosophy is 'If we don't have the answer to your question we'll find someone who does!'

We are part of the Early Years and Childhood Services that are provided in Redbridge through the Children's Trust.