Children's Centres

Children’s Centres are part of the One Point Service which joins up Durham County Council and County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust to support children, young people and families from early pregnancy to 19 years old (25 years with a disability).

The map of County Durham shows where the Children's Centres are based. The type of services that may be available is below:

Early education integrated with childcare
Health services (including antenatal care)
Family support (including support for parents for children with special needs)
Links with JobCentre Plus and other training providers
A base for childminders who belong to a formal network.
Links with the Families Information Service, Nurseries, Out of School Clubs and Extended Schools
Management and workforce training
Support, advice and guidance from a wide range of professionals including: School Nurses, Health Visitors, Education Psychologists, Youth Workers, Anti-bullying Workers, Personal Advisors, Education Welfare Officers and Family Workers.

For further information please contact your nearest children's centre or One Point Service Hub.

Our services aim to meet the needs of all. Our Sure Start Children Centres Equality Impact Assessment July 2010.pdf provides more details.