Whether you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival, navigating early years development or getting ready for their first day in childcare or reception, Best Start in Life is designed to help you feel informed, confident and supported.
Being a parent is full of joyful moments, but it also comes with natural questions and concerns. Best Start in Life brings together trusted guidance, practical tips and useful tools in one easy-to-access place. It’s your go-to website for everything from health and wellbeing to childcare and early education.
How to access support:
- Explore the Best Start in Life website for resources and information
- Sign up for Best Start in Life emails and newsletter for regular updates and guidance
- Check a breakfast clubs map to see if your child’s school offers a free breakfast club
- Find out how you can save money on early education and childcare with the online childcare checker
- Follow @DfE and @DHSCgovuk on social media for news and tips
Best Start in Life is the cornerstone of ‘Giving every child the best start in life’ – the government’s strategy for improving child health and development and meeting the ambition that 75% of five-year-olds in England have a good level of development by 2028, as set out in the Plan for Change.
Visit the website at BestStartinLife.gov.uk
