Family Information Service - West Sussex

27/05/2026

Looking for fun things to do with the children this May half term?

Experience Sussex has exciting ideas for all the family to enjoy together, from walks to treasure hunts visit https://ow.ly/Rrx750Z380O to explore what’s on this half term.

Make the most of Half Term in Sussex! Enjoy exciting wildlife parks, hands-on farm visits, coastal walks, and fun-filled attractions for all ages.

27/05/2026

Have you recently split from a relationship and share children together?

Ending a relationship can be an overwhelming experience especially when children are involved and knowing what to do for the best can be difficult.

The Government Family Mediation Voucher Scheme to help separating families save money and settle childcare issues has been extended for another year. Visit https://ow.ly/ggTZ50Z37W9 to find out more and to see what support is available.

Measures will help separating families save cash and settle childcare issues more easily.

26/05/2026

If your child has missed any of their routine vaccines, contact your GP practice to make an appointment and catch up.

Staying vaccinated is the best way to protect children as they grow. Go to https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/childhood-immunisations/ for next steps.

26/05/2026

The UK Health Security Agency has extended the amber heat health alert covering West Sussex from 2.00pm Friday 22 May until 5.00pm Thursday 28 May 2026.

Check the comments for support and advice on how to stay cool during the hot weather👇

26/05/2026

Did you know there are almost 100 holiday schemes registered with Ofsted across West Sussex? The Family Information Service hold their details so if you need any help finding childcare this summer take a look here: https://ow.ly/wQ0y50Z37JO

23/05/2026

Not sure whether exercise during pregnancy is right for you, or where to begin?

The Sussex Wellbeing and Exercise in Pregnancy Programme (WEPP) includes a simple self‑screening section designed to help you check what level of activity is safe for your stage of pregnancy and any symptoms you may be experiencing.

Go to 👉 https://wepp.org.uk/sussex/self-screening/ to access the self‑screening tool.

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22/05/2026

Thinking about fostering but not sure if you could? 🤔

You are not alone and many people feel the same at first. Foster carers come from all walks of life, and there is lots of support available to help you every step of the way.

As part of Foster Care Fortnight, why not take the first step and explore what fostering is really like? Try the ‘Can I Foster?’ quiz here: https://fosteringwestsussex.org.uk/can-i-foster-quiz/

If you would like to talk it through, you can contact Fostering in West Sussex for a friendly, no-pressure chat: https://fosteringwestsussex.org.uk/contact-us/

Contact us Whether you’ve just started thinking about fostering or you’re ready to start your application to become a Foster Carer, please get in touch with our

22/05/2026

West Sussex Recycles are encouraging residents to help reduce waste by repairing and reusing items rather than throwing them away.

Click the post below to find out more.

When you throw something away, you're not just throwing away the item, you’re also wasting the energy, materials and resources that used to make it.

Recycling helps reduce waste, but it still uses energy. That's why waste prevention is so important.

If an item can be repaired or reused, you can extend its life and help conserve valuable natural resources.

Visit our website to find a repair cafe near you:

https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/land-waste-and-housing/waste-and-recycling/recycling-and-waste-prevention/recycling-news/the-big-fix/

22/05/2026

Do you need childcare urgently?

If you are returning to work, facing a change in circumstances, or struggling to find childcare, we can help support you with your search.

Contact us today for extra help to find childcare that suits your needs.

https://ow.ly/fsoX50Z39fW

21/05/2026

Are you a parent/carer wanting a healthier digital screen time balance for your child? 📱

Check out the Children Commissioner's digital activity pack which includes 5 tips for managing screen time for families.

These include:
• discussing screen time
• setting boundaries
• agreeing clear rules
• setting aside offline time together
• using screen time for learning

Visit: https://ow.ly/AFks50YkhQ3 to find out more and to view the activity pack.

Parenting today can feel overwhelming — especially when childhood looks so different from what we grew up with. There’s no manual, and it can be hard to

20/05/2026

This is Fostering is this year’s Foster Care Fortnight theme which celebrates the many different stories across the fostering community.

Jo, a foster carer in West Sussex, shares her journey with Fostering in West Sussex and how she balances working alongside fostering. Her story shows that fostering can fit into everyday life in ways you might not expect.

Read Jo’s story here: https://ow.ly/tP0u50Z11oY

If her story inspires you to find out more, you can contact Fostering West Sussex for a friendly, no-pressure chat here: https://ow.ly/w5sM50Z11oX