Early Intervention - Information for Parents

Here in Torfaen we are fortunate to have a variety of, knowledgeable and experienced professionals who are passionate about working closely as a team. Their aim is to support and advise families, registered childcare and play providers, schools, health professionals, and community provisions. To do their very to best support children with emerging developmental needs and their families.

Who do I speak too if I feel my child has emerging needs?

We understand it can be on anxious time and knowing who you may need to talk to can be confusing. We would advise that if you did feel that your child may have emerging needs you speak with your Health Visitor about this in detail. If your child attends a childcare setting you can also speak to your Childcare Provider.

Torfaen Early Years offer an Early Years drop in group Squiggles for families with children aged 0-4 years, who maybe worried about their child’s development. They can offer advice and information on how they can support your family. Pop along for a play and a chat. For more information about Squiggles drop in session, please contact:

Torfaen Family Information Service
Email: [email protected]
elephone: 0800 019 6330

What Happens Next?

Once you have spoken with your child's Health Visitor, Childcare Provider or if you have attended the Squiggles drop in session and discussed your child's development and any concerns you may have. They may feel that it is appropriate to do a request for support. The team work with lots of multi-agency professionals, who will identify and discuss your concerns and refer and sign post your child to an appropriate Early Intervention Program, if required.

Please see Communication Pathway Information Sheet for more information about the groups and what to expect

Who are some of the Professionals that may support my child and family?

Health Visitors
Early Language Support Team
Education Psychologists
Enhancement Team
Early Years Support Officers
ALNCo