Children's Information Service

We provide free, impartial information and advice on childcare, children’s centres, early education, funding and family support within Bournemouth

Our friendly team are here to help you make the right choices for your family. We provide support and information about:

Childcare in Bournemouth including childminders, day nurseries and pre-schools
Early Education Funding and how to access this for your two, three or four year old
Local children’s centres activities for parents and carers with under fives
Childcare for school aged children including breakfast, after school and holiday clubs
Tax credits and childcare vouchers to help with the cost of registered childcare
The average costs for each of the different types of childcare
Starting school and how and when to apply for a place
Services for children with special educational needs
Local parent and toddler groups
Family support services

Monday to Thursday – 8:30am to 5:15pm

Friday – 8:30am to 4:30pm

Monday to Thursday – 9am to 4:30pm

 Friday – 9am to 4pm

Customer Service Centre
Town Hall
St Stephen’s Road
Bournemouth BH2 6EB

Search for childcare in your local and surrounding area on our FACTS website

Alternatively, for childcare and support outside of Bournemouth, please contact either:

Dorset Family Information Service
West Court
Colliton Park
Dorchester
DT1 1XJ

01305 221066

Or:

Poole Family Information Service
Dolphin Centre
Poole BH15 1SA