Early learning and development

90% of your child’s brain growth happens before the age of 5. Right from the start, all those little moments you spend together with your child are building their brain.

Every smile, cuddle, chat and game makes a huge difference, helping them learn to communicate, develop confidence and make friends.

Find lots of ideas, easy tips and activities you can do together with your child.

6 to 12 months – Learning to talk

6 to 12 months – Learning to talk

1 to 2 years – Learning to talk

2 to 3 years – Learning to talk and communicate

3 to 5 years – Learning to talk and communicate

Family hubs

Family hubs offer support to children, young people and their families. They provide a single place to go for support and information from a variety of organisations, making it easier to get the support you need.

They can provide guidance on issues such as feeding your baby or toddler, mental health and parenting support.

There are currently Family hubs operating in 75 local authorities across England.

Find out if there’s a family hub in your local area on gov.uk

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Week by week guide to pregnancy

Weaning

Baby basics

Healthy eating in pregnancy

and much more

6 to 12 months – Learning to talk

6 to 12 months – Learning to talk

1 to 2 years – Learning to talk

2 to 3 years – Learning to talk and communicate

3 to 5 years – Learning to talk and communicate

Family hubs

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