As a parent you are your child’s first and most important educator. Research shows that parental support for children’s learning has a direct impact on how well they do, both in early years settings and also later on in life, and it is widely recognised that the learning that takes place in childcare settings builds upon vital home experiences with parents.

Information and advice

The Alliance actively promotes and supports parental involvement in all our work. We offer impartial information and advice to help you find out more about care and education for young children, so you can make an informed decision about the childcare that is right for your child. We also support parents and children by offering affordable childcare provisions, discounted books and resources, family learning programmes and adult training.

Find out more

Follow the links below to explore different childcare options and to find out more about how you can support your child’s learning and development:

• Childcare options
• Choosing childcare
• Learning through play
• Play activities
• Help with childcare costs
• Parental involvement
• Healthy eating for young children