Gloucestershire Family Hubs
Gloucestershire’s Family Hub Network makes it easier for families to find the right help, at the right time, in the right place. Our five Children and Family Centres in Cheltenham and Tewkesbury are proud to be part of the network.
Family Hubs bring different services together in one place, so you don’t have to search around for help. Whether you need a quick chat, some advice or ongoing support, you’ll find a warm welcome.
What you can find at our centres
- Stay and Play sessions, baby groups and early years activities
- Parenting advice, courses and workshops
- Family support from our Family Support Workers, including our Coffee, Chat & Connect Parent Drop‑In Sessions
- Baby Hubs and health visitor clinics
- SEND inclusive groups, advice and signposting
- Help finding local services, community groups and activities
- Community events and seasonal activities
To see what’s on near you, take a look at our timetables.
Who can use our centres?
Our centres support families from pregnancy until their child is 11, including expectant parents, parents and carers of babies, toddlers and primary school children, and families with children with SEND. You don’t need a referral for most of our sessions, and most of what we offer is free.
Gloucestershire’s wider Family Hub Network supports children and young people up to age 19, or 25 for those with SEND. If you’re looking for support for an older child, the Virtual Family Hub can help you find the right service near you.
The Virtual Family Hub
You can also find support online, any time of day, through Gloucestershire’s Virtual Family Hub. It brings together information, advice, local services, activities and support groups from across the county in one place.
Working together for families
As part of the Family Hub Network, we work alongside health visitors, midwives, Gloucestershire County Council, local charities, community groups and specialist services. Together, we aim to make sure every family feels supported, informed and confident, whether they visit us in person or find help online.
Get in touch
If you’d like to know more, pop into one of our centres or contact us. You’ll find answers to more questions on our Frequently Asked Questions page.