Family Information Service

Who are we?
The family information service (FIS)  (formerly the children’s information service) is a free, impartial service offering information, advice and assistance on childcare as well as general information on a wide range of services for children, young people, their families and professionals working with families.
What do we cover?
Anything that you may find helpful for you and your family. Here is a list of just some of the areas we cover:

-Educational Services
-Childcare
-Advice for Working Parents
-SEN Parent support and Parent Partnership
-Physical & Mental Health
-Bereavement
-Financial Issues
-Caring for Disabled Children
-Activities for Young People
-Free Entitlement for 3 & 4 your olds and much more!

Where else can I find information?

There are lots of useful websites for parents and carers who give practical information and support. Try the websites listed below:

Direct Gov
www.direct.gov.co.uk

Parentline Plus
www.parentlineplus.org.uk

Contact a Family
www.cafamily.org.uk

ACE
www.ace-ed.org.uk

Family Rights Group
www.frg.org.uk

Children’s Legal Centre
www.childrenlegalcentre.com

One Parent Families / Gingerbread
www.oneparentfamilies.org.uk

one space
www.onespace.org.uk
Netmums
www.netmums.com

Fatherhood Institute
www.fatherhoodinstitute.org.uk

Relate
www.relateforparents.org.uk