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Request Help or Refer Early Years Social Prescribing Promoting good health and wellbeing for children and families What is social prescribing? Our early years social prescribing team works with families to connect them to community services that meet their practical, health and wellbeing needs. Who is it for? Families with children under 5yrs needing help to tackle a range of issues that might include: Mild or long term mental health issues (not in crisis) Social Isolation Becoming new parents Frequently attend primary healthcare provision Barriers to accessing local services Things we can help with: Child ren ' s Development and SEND Being Healthy Isolation and Loneliness Mental Health and Wellbeing (not in crisis) Trauma and Adversity Request Help or Refer How is it delivered? Our early years social prescribing is a 12 weeks programme of 1:1 holis tic support What to expect: Health professional and self-referrals made Initial contact with family - joint action plan is created Support to deliver action plan involves homes visits, phone check-ins and accessing community provision Parents given opportunities to create new needs-led activities in our settings 3 month review with families to assess outcomes

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See available post from across our charity. We regularlty recruit to positions in childcare, early years learning and developement, family support, and a variety of support roles. Early Years Educator - Level 3 Location: Walthamstow Salaries 36 hours per week - £25,197 or 40 hours per week - £27,997 Closing date: n/a Overview You will be part of an amazing team who provide high quality trusted Early Years experiences and education to all children in our care. Your role will be to implement the delivery of the Early Years Curriculum to ensure that all children reach their full potential. As part of a family group you will build relationships with children and families to promote children’s learning, development and wellbeing. You will be responsible for supporting the Senior Early Years Practitioner and supervising and nurturing level 2 practitioners, apprentices and students. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate; this is a requirement of the DBS code of practice. Job Description Apply Now

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Grow Well: A Practice Informed Early Intervention Evidence Paper Prepared by Lloyd Park Children’s Charity Drawing on programme learning, research, and evaluation (2002–2025) Introduction This paper brings together learning from practice, evaluation and research to understand what works in early intervention for babies and families, particularly in communities experiencing disadvantage. It draws on longitudinal insight from services including Ready for School and wider early years delivery, alongside current research evidence. The intention is to set out key principles of effective early intervention, articulate a clear theory of change, describe the mechanisms through which change happens, and explore the implications for policy and practice. The paper reflects a practice-informed approach, where knowledge emerges through the interaction of research, data and lived experience. The Case for Early Intervention The First 1,001 Days Research consistently shows that the period from pregnancy to age two is critical for brain development, emotional regulation, attachment, relationships, and early language and cognitive development. Early experiences shape children’s developmental trajectories, with inequalities emerging early and widening over time. Children growing up in disadvantaged contexts are more likely to experience developmental delay, poorer health, reduced school readiness and longer-term inequality. These outcomes, however, are not inevitable. They are influenced by modifiable factors within the family, the community and the wider system. What We Have Learned from Practice Learning from Ready for School and related work highlights consistent themes about what enables positive outcomes. Relationships are central. The quality of the relationship between practitioner and parent is the strongest influence on engagement and impact. Support is most effective when it is non-judgemental, collaborative and grounded in trust. Parents are more likely to engage, reflect and make changes when they feel valued and understood rather than assessed or directed. Supporting parents is key to improving outcomes for children. Practice demonstrates that parental wellbeing and confidence directly shape child development. When parents are supported, improvements are seen across behaviour, emotional development, communication and relationships. This reinforces the importance of focusing on the parent–child relationship, rather than the child alone. Disadvantage is rarely a single issue. Families often face a combination of poverty, mental health challenges, housing instability, social isolation and limited access to services. These factors interact and compound over time, underlining the need for holistic and flexible support that addresses both practical and emotional needs. Early engagement matters. Families who access support earlier are more likely to experience positive outcomes, while delayed engagement often leads to more complex needs. Reaching families during pregnancy and the first year of life creates opportunities to build trust, identify needs early and prevent escalation. Universal services play an essential role. Accessible, non-stigmatising provision helps reach families who might not otherwise seek support, builds trust, and enables emerging needs to be identified. This creates a progressive model in which all families can access help, with additional support introduced where needed. A consistent barrier is social isolation. Isolation both contributes to poorer outcomes and makes it harder for families to access support. Reducing isolation through group provision, peer networks and community connection leads to improvements in confidence, wellbeing and parenting capacity. Theory of Change Drawing on this learning, effective early intervention can be understood as a connected process. When families are engaged early in ways that feel supportive rather than stigmatising, practitioners build trusting relationships, and parents feel listened to, respected and empowered, meaningful change becomes possible. When practical and emotional needs are addressed together and families are connected to their communities, parents’ wellbeing and confidence improve. This, in turn, strengthens parent–infant relationships, reduces isolation and enables more responsive caregiving. Over time, these changes contribute to improved developmental outcomes, greater school readiness, reduced need for statutory intervention and stronger long-term life chances. Mechanisms of Change Early intervention works through a set of interconnected mechanisms. Increased parental confidence is central, enabling parents to respond more effectively to their child, establish routines and manage behaviour. Confidence acts as a key driver of change. Improved parent–child interaction, particularly in communication, responsiveness and emotional attunement, directly supports attachment, language development and emotional regulation. Strengthening social networks reduces isolation, builds informal support and increases resilience. Improving access to support also plays a critical role. When families are better able to navigate services, they access help earlier, receive more coordinated support and are less likely to reach crisis point. Reducing stress and adversity, including challenges related to poverty or housing, allows parents to focus more fully on their child and engage more positively in caregiving. Implications for Practice This learning points to several core principles for effective services. Relationship-based practice is fundamental, requiring time for trust-building, skilled and reflective practitioners, and consistently non-judgemental approaches. Support must be holistic and grounded in a whole-family perspective, addressing emotional wellbeing, practical needs and wider context. Engagement should begin early and be proactive, with systems designed to reach families from pregnancy, reduce barriers to access and prioritise prevention. Integrated working is essential, with strong partnerships across health, early years and community services, shared understanding of families’ needs and coordinated delivery. Community-based approaches are also critical. Services should be accessible and local, foster connection, and work alongside families as partners rather than providers acting on them. Contribution to the Evidence Base This paper adds to growing evidence that early intervention is most effective when it is relationship-based, holistic and focused on supporting parents as a key pathway to improving outcomes for children. It reinforces the importance of universal and targeted services working together as part of a connected system. It also highlights the need for stronger integration across services, further evidence on community-based and preventative approaches, and continued investment in practice-based evidence and action research. Conclusion Early intervention offers a powerful opportunity to improve outcomes for children and reduce inequality. Learning from practice confirms that relationships are the foundation of change, supporting parents is central, and early, holistic, community-based approaches are most effective. To maximise impact, early years systems need to move beyond fragmented provision towards integrated, evidence-informed approaches that work alongside families, building confidence, connection and resilience from the earliest stages of life. Evidence and Learning Sources This paper draws on longitudinal service delivery and evaluation, including Ready for School, alongside organisational data, practice-based learning, and wider research on early intervention, attachment, and the social determinants of health.

The Higham Hill Centre Our Setting Our centre is a purpose built, inspiring space for young minds. The centre combines a space for under 2's, a sensory room, three connecting playspaces and a playground and courtyard for both outside and inside free-flow play. Our Community Located near Higham Hill Park, the Wetlands and local transport links, we explore our community through regular trips and adventures. Visitors, like the Police, Fire Fighters and musicians help celebrate our commuity in the setting allowing children to experience the wonder of their world. Learning through Play When children learn through play, they are like researchers, exploring and making sense of the world. At Higham Hill we work with parents to undersand children's interests and plan exciting and stimulating activities to inspire children on their learning journey. Our approach Childcare Services Monday - Friday Childcare: 6 months - 4 year s, 8am-5.50pm (full and part-time available) Sessional Provision: 3 - 4 years and eligible 2 year olds, 9am-12pm - Term-time only Teatime Club: P rimary age childre n, 8am-5.50pm, pick-up from Hillyfield On The Hill and Whittingham Primary Schools - Term-time only Holiday Club: P rimary age children, 8am-5.50pm, during school holidays Apply Now Meet the Team Find us Higham Hill Centre 313 Billet Road, Walthamstow. London E17 5PX 020 8527 1737 hhdc@tlpcc.org.uk Open 8am – 5.50pm Monday-Friday Ofsted Ofsted rating - Good We have been rated Good by Ofsted (January 2023 ) - Read the report here "At the Higham Hill Cen tre, Children are "happy, they develop good relationships with staff and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure"

Nursery Place Registration Process Sessional Free 15 hrs provision (Term time only) 2. Download and complete the form using the button below. 3. Return your completed form to us via email or by handing it in to reception at one of our centres. Currently open for new applications! Free to Apply Download Form Please note that places are not guaranteed Daycare Currently open for new applications! £24.08 registration fee per child Read our 'Admissions Policy Statement' to see if you qualify for a priority place. 2. Download and email the application form to info@tlpcc.org.uk 3. Pay £24.08 registration fee per child using the bank details and reference below. 4. Contact us and arrange a tour of your chosen setting. 5. We will contact you if we have availability Download Form Please note that places are not guaranteed and that registration fees are non-refundable, even if a place does not become available Bank Details The Lloyd Park Centre Account Name: The Lloyd Park Children’s Charity – The Lloyd Park Centre Sort Code: 20 53 04 Account Number: 10623237 The Higham Hill Centre Account Name: The Lloyd Park Children’s Charity – Higham Hill Nursery Sort Code: 20 53 04 Account Number : 70503584 Further Info. Email: info@tlpcc.org.uk Centre contact details Admissions Policy - Click here Privacy/Data Notice - Policy page

See available post from across our charity. We regularlty recruit to positions in childcare, early years learning and developement, family support, and a variety of support roles. Applying online All candidates must complete our employee application form. Use the job description as a guide to structure your application. Tell us how your knowledge and experiences help you meet the skills, competencies, talents and behaviours we are looking for. If you are new to the role you're applying for, tell us what you know about the role. Please read our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants on our policy page for information on how we handle your data. Back to Jobs Apply Now Complete a job application form by following this link

Walthamstow Facilities Manager Job Nurseries Caretaker Maintenence Employment opportunity Charity Lloyd Park Facilities Manager Location: Walthamstow Salary: £27,219 Hours: Full time - 36 hours per week Overview To oversee the maintenance, health and safety, and cleaning services of our buildings and facilities. To ensure that our buildings are safe, well-maintained, and clean, providing a welcoming environment for the children and families we serve. To work as part of the team in sustaining high quality services and implementing the charities vision, mission, values and strategic plans and objectives. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate; this is a requirement of the DBS code of practice. Job Description Apply Now

Apply for a childcare place Waiting list Due to high demand for our childcare we have to operate a waiting list for places. Registration Fee A non-refundable fee of £24.08 per child covers our costs. There is no fee for FEEE term-time sessional places Waiting List Position Your place entered at the time that your registration fee is confirmed. Notification Once added to the waiting list, our team will contact you if an appropriate place for you child becomes available. Current waiting list status The Lloyd Park Centre 15 hour FEEE sessional care - Open Daycare - Open The Higha m Hill Centre 15 hour FEEE sessional care - Open Daycare - Open Limited places available Join Waiting List Join Waiting List

Find The Grow Well Centre Centrally located between Queens Road overground station and the Bakers Arms junction on Hoe Street. Address: 7 Saxon Close Walthamstow London E17 8LF e-mail: babybank@tlpcc.org.uk Go Back Follow us on our socials for updates on scheduled activities and sessions

Our Mission and Values Mission Founded to build brighter futures for local children and their families. We believe children learn through play. We strive to understand every child, plan for their individual needs and work in partnership with parents to ensure that each child can reach their full potential. Values Each value is a challenge that we seek to live and work to every day. They also inform how we communicate within communities and with each other. Keeping Children Safe Child Centred Equity and Fairness Our values guide and determine our actions Sustaining our planet, sustaining our community Making a difference Partnership Building strength and resilience

Donate money from your fundraising efforts to Lloyd Park Children's Charity. Pay in fundraising Thank you so much for raising money for our charity! If you have collected cash you can pay this in at reception in one of our nurseries (directions ). If you prefer, you can pay-in your fundraising online using the form below. First name Last name Email How was money raised? Choose an option Who is Donating Choose an option Which appeal are your fundrasing for? Choose an option Let us know which of our services you'd like to support: * Support Higham Hill Centre Support Lloyd Park Centre Support our community services Donation amount £ Make your donation go further with Gift Aid! It only takes one click to boost your donation by 25% with Gift Aid , at no extra cost to you! Yes, I would like The Lloyd Park Children's Charity to claim Gift Aid on my donation, any donations I make in the future and any I have made in the past 4 years. View terms of use By ticking, I state I am a UK taxpayer making a personal donation and understand that if I pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations, it is my responsibility to pay any difference. Find out more Receive our newsletter and important updates Please subscribe me to your newsletter Pay In Thank you for helping us to raise funds for local children! Gift Aid Gift Aid allows us to claim an additional 25% of the value of your donation from the HMRC. It won't cost you a penny but means your donation can go even further! Find out more here

Real Voices, Real Partnerships, Real Impact Helping families and professionals create services that truly work to build brighter futures for children You're invited to our next co-production workshop! Tuesday 12th May 2026 1:30-2:30 pm, Lloyd Park Children's Centre, E17 5JW Alternatively, share your ideas for collaborations online Online form Email Ideas brough to life by parents Communication and Play Family Wellbeing SEND Parents Support Ready for School Mindfulness SEND Dad's Group Yoga Young Parents Group SEND & Siblings LGBTQ+ Family Outdoors Play Austism and Disability Language Support What's On Listening, Creating, Improving Together!

Our Pedagogy “Play is the work of the child" Maria Montessori Our curriculum Our 'All About Me' curriculum outlines our 'Intent' for your child in the various areas of learning along with our 'implementation' methodologies and how we measure the 'Impact' of you child's time with us. Read Curriculum Learning through play When children learn through play they are exploring and making sense of their world. Child directed play allows children to follow their interests and learn at their own pace. Through play children learn how to interact and communicate with others and develop problem solving skills and cognitive skills such as concentration and critical thinking. Celebrating and supporting children’s play helps promote resilience, emotional regulation and confidence. It’s crucial for child development and the foundation to life-long learning. Learning Stories We use 'Learning Stories' to document and assess children’s learning. The story highlights a significant moment for a child, describing their strenghts, interests, exploration and play. Using photographs, quotes, conversations, and observations, we create a ‘picture’ of learning that is unique to each child. They are shared with parents and avalible in the setting for children to enjoy. Originating from New Zealand’s Te Whariki curriculum, Learning Stories aim to understand and appreciate children’s lived experiences and the meaning they make of them. Planning in partnership with parents Parents and carers are children's first educators and have expert knowledge about their child. Our team are trained in child development and learning. We work in partnership with parents to share knowledge and plan for each childs interests so we can extend their learning through play. We've recently introduced PLODs (Possible Lines of Direction) which is a tool developed by Pen Green. We discuss children's learning regularlly with parents to help us plan activities to support their learning in the setting and at home. The Pen Green Loop The Pen Green Loop best illustrates how we share information with families to support children in our settings. Pen Green explain that when important adults in a child's life give feedback about what's important to the child, this produces a far deeper understanding of the child's learning and development. Our Approach Our teaching and learning methods are rooted in our mission to ‘build brighter futures’ and guided by six fundamental principles: 1. Children at the centre of everything we do At the heart of our approach is a deep understanding of chi ldren. We recognise the uniqueness of every child, and our practice is always child-centred. 2. Holistic approach Our early years pedagogy is all about seeing your child as a whole, understanding their unique needs, and supporting them in a way that respects their individuality. W e consider all aspects of your child’s life and background, and appreciate the impact of their environment on their development and growth. 3. Parents as partners We believe in the power of collaboration and recognise parents as the primary educators of their children. By working closely with you, we can share insights, learn from each other, and strive together to ensure the best outcomes for your child. 4. Positive relationships Positive relationships are crucial to children’s outcomes. We foster positive connections with children, families, other organisations and the wider community. 5. Learning together We view learning as a shared journey where children, families, and practitioners learn together every day. This involves being present, tuning in and celebrating the joy and wonder of the early years. 6. Enabling environment We strive to create a playful, safe, and child-initiated environment where children can be independent and make choices about their play and learning. We encourage risky play to promote learning across the cirriculum and to help develop confidence and resilience. Early Years Foundation Stage We follow the statutory framework of the EYFS which sets the standards for learning, development and care for children from 0-5 years. We also use Development Matters as cirriculum guidance.

Find out how to contact us and visit our settings here. Contact Us General Enquiries: 0208 5319522 or info@tlpcc.org.uk Lloyd Park Centre Winns Ave Entrance , Lloyd Park, Walthamstow E17 5JW 020 8531 9522 lpc@tlpcc.org.uk Grow Wild Lloyd Park, Walthamstow E17 5JW (access is via the secret door, opposite the cafe in Lloyd Park) 020 8531 9522 lpc@tlpcc.org.uk Higham Hill Centre 313 Billet Road, Walthamstow E17 5PX 020 8527 1737 hhdc@tlpcc.org.uk The Grow Well Centre 7 Saxon Close, Walthamstow E17 8LE info@tlpcc.org.uk Anchor 1

SEND Special Educational Needs and Disability Our welcoming and inclusive settings support children as unique individuals to follow their interests and celebrate achievements SEND Community Services We work in close partnership with children, parent/carers and a wide range of SEND services to help find support that's right for families. Building trusting relationships with parent/carers allows us to work together to develop and implement support packages for their children's individual needs. Learn More Childcare and SEND Our childcare settings strive to be inclusive and responsive to a child's individul learning needs through professional observation and working closely with parents. Learn More Services we can connect you with (SENCOs) Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SALT) Speech & Language Therapy (OT) Occupational Therapy Local council services