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Children and families

Find out about children and families.

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Social care for children

Find out about social care for children and the options available.

Safeguarding children

We have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children in need and to promote the upbringing of such children by their families.

Early education and childcare

The Families Information Service can help families find childcare provision and provide information about government support to help with childcare costs.

SEND Local Offer

Welcome to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Local Offer for North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire Youth Justice Service

The Youth Justice Service offers a range of support aimed at promoting the welfare of children and helping them stay out of trouble. They also provide information and assistance to victims, and are committed to reducing crime and keeping our communities safe.

Early Help

Find out about the Early Help approach that supports families in North Yorkshire.

Children and family hubs

Find out about the sessions, courses, activities, services and support our children and family hubs offer to families across North Yorkshire.

NY Voice: Be The Change

NY Voice is our young people’s participation and engagement team. Discover how to get involved, and have your say on the things that matter to you.

Disabled children and young people

Information about the referral and assessment process for children who have substantial and permanent disabilities.

Wraparound childcare

Find out about before and after school childcare, and information about the free breakfast club offer.

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The council provides services across North Yorkshire including Harrogate, Ripon, Scarborough, Whitby, Northallerton, Thirsk, Selby, Tadcaster, Malton, Pickering, Richmond, Skipton and more.

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