Recent research by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has begun to shed light on the impact of Sure Start, and the findings are both encouraging and enlightening. The studies have shown that Sure Start has had significant positive effects on children's hospitalisations and educational outcomes, particularly for children from low-income families and those from non-white backgrounds.

At Babyzone, we understand the profound role that a healthy community plays in shaping the lives of children and their families. This week, across our sites, we hosted our quarterly event and the theme was ‘Our Community’.

In the heart of our communities, there's a place that radiates warmth, compassion, and understanding. A place that celebrates the joys of early childhood, offers an opportunity to learn, a helping hand during challenging times, and fosters a sense of belonging. This place is Babyzone.

We are thrilled to announce the opening of a new Babyzone in Warrington, a significant step towards addressing the early years development disparities in the region. Babyzone Warrington will launch next Thursday the 7th of March 2024.

In the words of Kate, the Princess of Wales, "Early childhood fundamentally shapes the adults we become." This statement resonates deeply with us at Babyzone, a charity dedicated to supporting parents, primary carers, and children in their early years.

As parents/carers, we often marvel at the rapid pace of a child's growth and development. Did you know that by the age of 2, a whopping 80% of neural connections, which influence our thinking, behaviour, resilience, and response to stress, are already formed? This underscores the critical importance of the early years in shaping a child's future.