Education, children and families

Schools, childcare, adoption, fostering and other services for children and families.

Schools and colleges

School and college information, from applying for a place to term dates.
West Sussex Services for Schools

Information for schools' staff is now on the West Sussex Services for Schools website.
Find a Family Hub

Visit your family hub, where children can make friends and learn as they play.
Childcare and early education

Advice on childcare, pre-school, nurseries and paying for childcare.
Special educational needs and disability (SEND)

Information for parents and carers of children and young people with SEND.
Support for families

Guidance for families on where to go for support.
Keeping children safe

How to make sure children and young people are safe from neglect or harm.
Adult education

Search for adult education information.
Learning resources

Find resources on the Great War, Victorians, seaside holidays and more.
Adoption and fostering

Find out about adopting or fostering a child.
Information and advice for young people (Your Space)

Find out more in our Your Space section.
Young carers

Support, information and advice for carers aged under 18.
West Sussex Virtual School

Information, advice and guidance for supporting professionals, parents, carers and guardians of the children of West Sussex.