Are you looking for information on childcare, preschool education and early years in your area?

The Early Years Team

Who are the Early Years staff and how can they be contacted?

The Family Information Service

The Family Information Service provides information on childcare and preschool provision.  It also provides a range of advice for families.

Preschool Education

The Preschool Education Helpline helps parents and provides information and advice on all aspects of preschool education provision.

The Early Years Framework

This Framework is about giving all our children the best start in life and the steps the Scottish Government, local partners and practitioners in early years services need to take to start us on that journey.

Newsletters and Publications

Our Early Years newsletters and useful publications are available for you to read.

How to Contact Us

Please get in touch if you need advice, help or just want to give us your comments and suggestions.

Parenting, Family Activities, Support and Childcare Vouchers

Activities for families within your local area and support available.

How to register as a Childminder

If you are interested in becoming a childminder, we can support you through the registration process.

Useful Links 

Useful links to external websites which may provide you with further relevant information.  You will also find reference to these links within the context in pages throughout this website.