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Parenting Support

Research shows that parenting is the single most important influence on a child’s life chances.

Bristol City Council and its partners want to support parents and carers so that they have the confidence, skills, knowledge and understanding to build a strong family life which keeps children safe, healthy, happy and successful.

‘Parenting support’ is a term that is used to describe any activity aimed at providing information, advice and support to parents and carers to help them in bringing up their children. This includes:

  • 1 to 1 and parent group support
  • Parenting programmes and courses
  • Information, advice and guidance about parenting issues
  • Opportunities for parents to get involved and have a say
  • Resources to help parents do a good job

From here you will find information about the work taking place to improve parenting support in Bristol.

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