Description

The NHS Children's Physiotherapy Team run drop-in clinics for children aged 0 to 5 years.

Parent carers can drop in to see the team if you need advice on how to help your child learn to move, or if you are worried about the way they move or walk.

The team will offer quick screening and immediate advice. No referral needed.

You can also ring the Children's Physiotherapy Team advice line on 01702 372252, Monday to Friday between 12:30pm and 2:30pm

Telephone

01702 372252

Website
Address

Clinics are held at various locations across Southend and the surrounding areas.

Date and time

Upcoming clinics in Southend:

Please note, the Best Start Family Hubs and Network sites were formerly known as Family Centres.

  • Monday 17 August 2026 - 9am to 11.30am at Hamstel Network site, Hamstel Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4PQ
  • Wednesday 9 September 2026 - 9am to 11.30am at Friars Best Start Family Hub, Friars Primary School, Constable Way, Shoeburyness, SS3 9XX
  • Tuesday 6 October 2026 - 12pm to 3pm at Blenheim Best Start Family Hub, School Way, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 4HX
  • Thursday 12 November 2026 - 9am to 11.30am, Centre Place Network site, Prospect Close, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2JD
  • Friday 11 December 2026 - 9.30am to 11.30am, Cambridge Road Best Start Family Hub, 40 -42 Cambridge Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ES
Is this free to all?

Yes

Is a referral required?

No, you can just drop-in.

Age range

Children aged 0 to 5