4Children is the national children’s charity – for children and young people, 0-19. 4Children works with Government, local authorities, primary care trusts, children’s service providers, and children and parents to ensure joined up support for all children and young people in their local community.

From children’s centres to extended schools, childcare to play provision, parenting support to support for young people – 4Children is at the forefront of delivery and supporting innovative children’s services, ensuring that all children and families get the support they need in their community. 

At 4Children we:

• Provide the latest information and guidance about childcare in extended schools
• Develop and shape national policy to ensure all children and families can fulfil their potential
• Offer information about tax free Childcare Vouchers that can save parents up to £1,195 per year
• Develop innovative programmes to tackle issues such as social exclusion and crime
• Improve the quality and sustainability of children’s services through training and support
• Represent the voice of children at every level

Current news:

4Children's response to 21st Century Schools White Paper

4Children awarded funding to launch mobile bus service

Child Poverty Bill Response

4Children coordinating new Knowsley Young People’s Commission

Primary Curriculum Review Response

Read more about:

2009 Budget Report: read 4Children’s response

The Protection of Children in England: A Progress Report

Next Phase Myplace Centres Provide World Class Spaces for Young People