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Family Support NI – Northern Ireland’s official Directory of Services

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We are delighted to share the new Family Support NI video showcasing the work the FSNI team doScreenshot of the Family Support NI website homepage showing a large banner image of two young children lying on a patterned blanket. Three prominent navigation panels are displayed: “Family Support”, “Childcare”, and “Childcare Partnership”. The page includes the Family Support NI logo and information about family support services and registered childcare in Northern Ireland. to support parents, practitioners and professionals across NI.  The site offers a range of services including the Childcare Register for NI, this is the formal register of childcare providers in Northern Ireland and holds the most up to date childcare information.

It also holds the official Department of Health’s Directory of Family Support Services available, including Information on a wide range of services from Statutory, Community and Voluntary Organisations locally across Northern Ireland.  In addition to this there is the Childcare Partnership section of the website – CCP which supports information, available training and development across the early years and childcare sector.

The video offers a snapshot from the team on who they are, what they do and the difference their work makes. You can watch it here New Family Support NI Video – Family Support News  if you have any comments or feedback please follow the link Family Support NI (FSNI) Website Video Survey  – Fill in form

If you would like to get in contact with the FSNI team please do so by emailing: info@familysupportni.hscni.net

ONE WEBSITE, ONE TEAM, ONE FOCUS

Thank you for your continuing support

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 29 October 2026

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The latest edition of the Belfast Locality Planning Group Newsletter is now available, featuring community news and events, funding opportunities, training and development resources, partnership updates, and information on services and programmes supporting children, young people and families across Belfast.
Take a look and share with colleagues, partners and networks who may find it useful.
Download the latest Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/438/belfast-lpg-newsletters/49313/belfast-lpg-update-29th-october-2026.pdf 

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device. Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 1 October 2026

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The latest Belfast Locality Planning Group (LPG) Update showcases a range of funding opportunities, training programmes, family support initiatives and activities available across Belfast.

This month’s newsletter highlights the Together for Families Enhanced Family Support Services Fund, W5 Dream Space Halloween Camps, mental health and wellbeing resources, and a variety of training and development opportunities for professionals, families and community organisations. It also signposts education, skills and employment programmes for children and young people.

Community groups, practitioners and families are encouraged to explore the full newsletter and take advantage of the opportunities and resources available across the city.

Download the latest Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 9th September 2026

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CYPSP Belfast Locality Planning information update dated 09/09/26. The graphic features CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust logos at the top. A group photograph shows several people gathered indoors holding large gold number balloons forming “30” and a framed recognition certificate. Alongside the photograph, text congratulates Deirdre Walsh on reaching 30 years of service at Whiterock Children's Centre, recognising dedication to supporting children, families and the wider community in West Belfast. The message thanks Deirdre for contributions to the West Belfast Locality Planning Group and wishes enjoyment in celebrating this achievement. A contact email for sharing information with Belfast Locality Planning Group members appears at the bottom: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.

Download the latest version of the Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Back to School Family Support Hubs Newsletter

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The Back to School edition of the Family Support Newsletter is now available: – https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/48999/fshnewsletter_aug2026.pdf

Colourful “Welcome Back to School” graphic on a black chalkboard-style background. Large yellow script text reads “Welcome,” with bold white chalk-effect text reading “BACK” and multicoloured letters spelling “TO SCHOOL.” Decorative school-themed illustrations include pencils, books, a backpack, stars, confetti, and fireworks in bright colours around the text.As summer holidays come to an end and a new school year begins, many families will be busy getting back into routines, preparing school bags, and helping children and young people settle into the months ahead. While this time of year can be exciting, it can also bring a few worries and challenges, especially when children are starting a new school, moving up a year group, or adapting to new routines.

In this edition, we’ve gathered together a range of information, activities and support services to help families make the transition back to school as smooth as possible.

Whether you’re looking for practical advice, local opportunities, or information about the support available in your area, we hope you’ll find something useful inside.