Buckinghamshire Family Information Service

Buckinghamshire Family Information Service We offer free information to families with children up to 19 years (up to 25 years with SEND)

Free advice, support and information for Buckinghamshire families, children and young people aged 0 to 19 years (up to 25 years for those with additional needs). You can contact us by email at: [email protected], by visiting our website: familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk or by calling 01296 383293

Public/Customer disclaimer: The role of our service is to provide information; it is

your responsibility to make sure that organisations are appropriate and that you are satisfied with their safeguarding arrangements.

Book your young person onto our next 'How to build confidence and self-esteem' youth course ✨ Our 5-week course will cov...
02/09/2026

Book your young person onto our next 'How to build confidence and self-esteem' youth course ✨ Our 5-week course will cover:

🟣 Why the media affects how we see ourselves
🟣 How to cope better with setbacks
🟣 How to deal with peer pressure
🟣 How to feel better about ourselves

Courses are running from 15 September to 13 October and 3 November to 1 December. For more information and to book your place, head to our directory 👉 https://directory.familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/service/7826?keywords=courses%20for%20young%20people

01/09/2026

👶🎉 Expecting or recently welcomed another baby to your family? You might be expecting some things to be different, and the vaccine schedule for your baby is one thing that will be.

At the start of this year, the routine childhood vaccination schedule changed. Babies are now offered protection against chickenpox alongside measles, mumps and rubella through the introduction of the MMRV vaccine, which is already part of routine childhood vaccination programmes in several countries, including Canada, Australia and Germany.

🧑‍🍼💬 "But why make changes? Isn't chickenpox usually mild?"
While most children experience chickenpox as a mild illness, it can sometimes be more serious and require hospital treatment. In rare cases, it can lead to complications such as chest infections, seizures and encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). The MMRV vaccine helps protect children against four serious diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, while the introduction of the 18-month appointment will help provide them with protection at a younger age.

01/09/2026

From today, children and pregnant women can get their flu vaccinations ahead of winter.

Children aged 2 and 3 can get vaccinated at their GP surgery, while most school-aged children will be offered the vaccine at school.

Pregnant women can speak to their maternity team, GP practice or community pharmacy about getting vaccinated.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/

01/09/2026

It’s September, that means starting school! 🎒

We’re wishing all children, but especially those starting Reception, a brilliant year ahead. ✨

Starting school is a big milestone, but it's the small, everyday moments, like getting dressed independently, sharing, getting along with others and being able to talk about how they are feeling, that will give them the confidence to settle in at school.

Remember, you can visit Best Start in Life for advice and tips that will help your child feel prepared for school. Or speak to the school or visit a Best Start Family Hub if you have any worries.

https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/preparing-for-school/

Building strong, active little bodies 🤸 Getting your child ready for the big adventure at Reception? Keeping your child ...
31/08/2026

Building strong, active little bodies 🤸

Getting your child ready for the big adventure at Reception? Keeping your child active helps them stay energised and ready for the school day.

The good news is, it can be lots of fun!
Try dancing in the kitchen🕺, head to the park 🌳, or enjoy craft activities at home ✂️ Children under five need around three hours of active play spread across the day, and it all counts!

Find more useful tips for starting reception; take a look at our website 👉 https://familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/support-your-childs-early-education/ -reception

Don't forget, eligible working parents can get 30 hours of childcare for their child from the term after they turn 9 mon...
31/08/2026

Don't forget, eligible working parents can get 30 hours of childcare for their child from the term after they turn 9 months old up to school-age 👶 The deadline to apply is 31 August to start using childcare hours from 1 September, check what support you can get on the Best Start in Life website 👉 https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/eligibility-checker/

For more information on help with childcare costs, visit our website 👉 https://familyinfo.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/childcare-and-early-years/paying-childcare/

Buckinghamshire Council

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Walton Street Offices, Walton Street
Aylesbury
HP201UY

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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
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