Sometimes we need a bit of extra support when things get tough. There is so much support for parents and families.

Use the links on this page to find details of services.

View the SEND Local Offer if your child has

  • an additional need
  • a disability

A Better Start Southend

A Better Start Southend (ABSS) provide sessions for parents about:

  • providing your child with a nutritious diet, and healthy lifestyle information
  • supporting the mental health of the whole family, as well as volunteer and peer support
  • helping you with the communication and language development of your child

We focus on families with children 0 to 4 and expectant parents in the below wards:

  • Kursaal
  • Milton
  • Shoeburyness
  • Victoria
  • Westborough
  • West Shoebury

How do I find out what my ward is?

Use the A Better Start postcode checker

Find out your ward

Family services directory

Contact A Better Start Southend

Telephone: 01702 880370

A Better Start directory