These events run every week across Torbay.
The Echo Building, St James Rd, , Torquay , TQ1 4AZ
Are you someone that’s that loves chatting, playing and reading to your children, grandchildren, friends children or volunteer in your early years setting or school?
We are looking for some ‘champions’ to build ‘Chat, Play, Read’ into daily routines so can make a real difference to a child’s learning and positively impact their future.
The four short sessions are fun, interactive, and a great way to get to know others in your community. The first three workshops will last for 1.5 hrs and the fourth workshop is 1 hr.
29th November 2023 1 – 2.30pm at Together Church, Torquay
13th December 2023 1 – 2.30pm at Together Church, Torquay
11th January 2024 11am-12noon at Torquay Library
To sign up complete this simple form https://form.jotform.com/232693317660055 or email familyhubtorbay@actionforchildren.org.uk to find out more.
Please note: The webinar recording is still to be added here – after the in-person and online events are concluded.
In collaboration with SEND Family Voice Torbay, this recorded webinar and accompanying materials on the topic of School and Anxiety (EBSA) are brought to you as part of Torbay’s ‘Bridging the Gap’ series for parents and carers – presented and recorded by Harry Morse from the Educational Psychology & Specialist Teaching Service, Torbay Council Children’s Services.
The following accompanying materials have been made available to support you and your young person’s learning in this area:
For further information on Torbay’s SEND support and provision – please go to SEND Support and Provision – Graduated Response – Family Hub.
For further information about SEND Family Voice Torbay – please go to SEND Family Voice Torbay or Contact — Family Voice Torbay.
Upton Vale Baptist Church, Torquay, TQ1 3HY
A welcoming group where children aged 0-3 years can experience fun activities which help their physical and mental wellbeing. A space for your child to Thrive. A weekly focus designed by you and supported by the 0 to 19 team – Community Nursery Nurses and Children’s Centre Workers. No booking required.
Zig Zags, 32 Market St , Torquay, TQ1 3AQ
A short introduction to gender and identity and the topics our children and young people may be facing.
We will discuss theories and topics around gender and how best to support a child who may be gender questioning for parents and carers only.
This will be delivered by Dr. Kate Gribble, Educational Psychologist
Checkpoint, 7 Victoria Road, Torquay, TQ3 3DZ
For Children, Young People aged 8 – 18 years and their parents or carers if they’re on a
One of our school nurses is available at the same time so anything physical health need i.e. sexual health, weight problems etc can be discussed with her while you’re at Checkpoint.
Call 01803 200 100 or call/message 07843 975 648.
Yes Brixham, Bolton St, Brixham, TQ5 9DH
If you are 11 to 19 years old you can talk to your school nurse at our new drop ins. FREE and confidential advice we can support young people with all kinds of things. From changes to your body, to emotional wellbeing, sex, smoking and alcohol. More info:
School Nurse Poster Sept 2022
The Beehive Family Hub, Bishops Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ
An antenatal education session which focuses on breastfeeding for women, their partners, family and friends, everyone is welcome to come along.
This workshop will benefit mothers (birth partners welcome) considering breastfeeding their first baby, as well as experienced mothers who may have had problems breastfeeding previously, or may never had breastfed before.
The session covers
To book your place click on the book now button.
Part of the Torbay Family Hub, start for life offer.
Phab, Barton Baptist Church Hall Happaway Rd Torquay TQ2 8EU, Torquay, TQ2 8EU
Phab club nights, every Monday and Wednesday for ages 14 and up for children of all abilities.
Subject To Change – Feel Happy To Speak To Steven Scott Young Peoples’ Chair If You Have Further Ideas, Always Welcome.
Please Check Program Prior To Coming As Subject To Change From Time To Time.
Most Club Nights We Will Have Sports, Arts And Crafts.
We Also Have A Tuck Shop At The Club On Both Nights
Club Nights Are Subject To Change To Fit In Trips And Additional Activities.
Cost £4
On The Last Monday In Every Month We Have A Late Night For 18 Years And Over – 9pm – 10pm At The Prince Of Orange Pub!
For more information about Phab click here
The Barn, Brixham Enterprise Estate, Rea Barn, Brixham, TQ5 9DF
We are offering appointment only clinics for people who are worried about their baby or child’s development and for those that need to see a health visitor. Please give us a call or email us. Depending on your needs you will receive phone support or be seen face to face. You can also find lots of helpful information, advice and support on our Family Hub website.
Tel: 0300 333 5352 (Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm)
Email: publichealthnursing.torbay@nhs.net
The Beehive, Paignton Enterprise Centre, Bishops Place, Paignton, TQ3 3DZ
A session for parents with babies 0 to 12-month-old. A place where parents can link with other parents and normalise childhood development. Opportunity to discuss key issues with Support Workers, experience and understand the benefits of play. No need to book, just drop in.
