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Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) for children and young people from Reception to year 11 who receive Benefits Related Free School Meals
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Support for Children 0-5 with SEND
The Early Years SEND team is a dedicated group of professionals focused on supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in early years settings.
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The Essential Spot - Baby Bank
New Baby Bank services taking over from Bibs and Bobs, running from the Three Best Start Family hubs weekly, see below for days available
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From April 2026, Southend Family Centres are becoming Best Start Family Hubs
Southend Family Centres are becoming Best Start Family Hubs following the government’s announcement that the Best Start Family Hubs programme will be introduced nationally from April 2026.