Children and families

Information and support for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Children's social care at Dorset Council.

Find help and support on childcare, finances and benefits, activities for children and find your nearest Family Hub.

Find childcare information in Dorset; the different types of childcare and what childcare funding you could be eligible for.

Find out about summer activities in Dorset.

Support for young people who work, study and live in Dorset.

Let us know your views on children's services, attend our Let's Talk SEND forums, give feedback and see our OFSTED result.

Information about the Dorset Youth Offending Service centralised in Bournemouth.

Dorset Strategic Alliance for Children and Young People.

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