Leicester's Family Information Service (FIS) gives free, impartial information, advice and guidance about services for children, young people and families in Leicester aged between 0 and 19 years of age.
We can help you through everything you need to know about choosing childcare in Leicester including, advice on the different types of childcare available, questions to ask childcare providers and help with paying for childcare. Alternatively, if you know what childcare you are looking for, you can search using this link.
You can contact us or visit the Family Information Directory to find out about a wide range of services that can support you and your family. We also have information on lots of fun activities for children and young people.
Leicester City Council are now holding parenting groups across Leicester to support families in dealing with the challenges of parenting and bringing up a family.
All three and four year olds are entitled to 15 hours per week of free early learning through the Nursery Education Grant. We can advise you on your entitlement and help you find a place.
We can point you in the right direction if you are thinking about starting a career in childcare like becoming a registered childminder.
We can provide information on family finances, benefits you may be entitled to, financial help when bringing up children, help with childcare costs and much, much more.
Further information and contacting us
Phone
0800 952 5678 (freephone)
0116 225 4890 (local rate)
Online
Email: family@leicester.gov.uk
Website: http://families.leicester.gov.uk/
