Hackney Education Family Information Service

Working parents! Don't miss out on 30 hours of childcare funding for a Spring 2026 start. Deadline to apply: 31st December 2025 Check eligibility for children aged 9 months – 4 years and apply now: beststartinlife.gov.uk #HackneyParents #HackneyFamilies #HackneyFIS

Discover the signs of common perinatal mental health conditions, like depression and anxiety, and lesser-known or less common conditions like postpartum psychosis, OCD, PTSD, and eating disorders. maternalmentalhealthalliance.org

Check out the arts and crafts workshop happening tomorrow! It is free to attend, please scan the QR code for more information.

Free 2 week summer science camp for children in year 9 - year 12 in secondary school. The closing date for applications is 29th May! More information: sainsburywellcome.org/content/neuron… More information: hackneylocaloffer.co.uk/kb5/hackney/lo…?

Free debt advice at Hackney Central library. The sessions offer, confidential support for local residents experiencing financial hardship, housing insecurity, or difficulties accessing support.Guidance on: Benefit entitlement Debt advice Homelessness prevention Housing support

Check out the Daubeney Children & Family Hub May half term time table.

Button batteries can badly hurt or kill a small child. If they swallow one and it gets stuck in their food pipe, it can burn through the tissue and cause life-altering injuries or even death. More information: capt.org.uk/button-battery…

Free arts and crafts workshops for women and children aged 5-12 who have experienced domestic abuse. The sessions support emotional expression and help families process trauma in a safe, creative space. To register interest: office@womenstrust.org.uk / 02070340303

First Aid course for parents happening at Comet Children's Centre. Limited places available, please reach out to the centre to book: childrencentres@comet.hackney.sch.uk or 07766547679

Starting Reception Your child's journey to school starts at home We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we’re all learning from birth. When it’s time to start school, some children will need more help than others. More info: startingreception.co.uk

🌱📣New Little Seedlings on Hackney Marshes! 🌱 📣 Check out the Little Seedlings sessions happening in Hackney Marshes. Happening on Tuesdays from 10 am - 11:30 am Free and no need to book! Under 5's.

Daubeney Children and Family Hub are organising a Father Friendly Day event on Saturday, 9th May 2026, from 10-1PM(No booking required) There will also be a First Aid workshop specifically for fathers and male carers from 10:30AM to 12:30PM. Booking is required for this workshop

The latest screen time guidance for under-5s covers everything from how long is too long, to the role parents play in shaping healthy habits. Watch to discover the key points, and visit Best Start in Life for more. beststartinlife.gov.uk/screen-time-un… #BestStartInLife

Check out Morningside Children's Centre Activity timetable: 13th April 2026 - 17th July 2026 (term time only) 02085252400

The Peep Learning Together programme, The 6-week programme is free & aimed at parents & carers to come with their kid (age 2-4) & hear ways to enhance early language skills Woodberry Down Children & Family hub Every Wed 6/05-10/06 Time:9-10am book: woodberrycfh@hackney.gov.uk

Every Second Sunday of the month the London Wildlife Trust host a free drop-in session where visitors can explore our ponds for wildlife, watch birds, & learn more about nature.

Parents of babies under 12 months! Join the 'First Year and You' programme at Mapledene Children’s Centre starting 8th May. Learn about baby development, sleep, and techniques to manage your own wellbeing in a supportive space. Register here: …ckneytalkingtherapies.homerton.nhs.uk

Starting next week: Peep is a 6-week long programme for parents and carers to support their child’s (age 2 - 4) early language development. Comet Nursery and Children’s Centre, Wed 22/04- 03/06 Time: 1.45-3pm Register & more info: admin@comet.hackney.sch.uk

The Youth Hubs and Children and Family Hubs in Hackney. Check out which one is closest to you!

Join and find out what mindfulness is all about. Date: Thursday April 30th 2026. Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Trowbridge Community Hall E9 5HF Book (free): eventbrite.co.uk/e/afternoon-mi…

THE HACKNEY LANGUAGE OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL IS POLISH: Join us for a National Year of Reading event through a Polish lens on 29/04/26 at Hackney Central Library 16.30 - 17.30