A supportive parenting programme, run by trained facilitators (but not experts) who know the challenges of parenting first hand. A non judgmental space and a chance to learn together the skills that help us to create strong families.

Our Kids Matters programmes are free, friendly groups that focus on parental wellbeing and confidence, equipping parents with the tools to build strong relationships with their children.

• For parents and carers
• Lasts for 6 weeks
• Small groups of 6-8 parents
• Led by someone from your community
• Suitable for families of all faiths and none
• No flipcharts or experts
• Working together with our user-friendly and evidence-informed booklets
• Sitting together around coffee, tea and food
• Share at your own pace and comfort level

Monday 26th January 9:30-11.30am Taster session
Hot drinks, bacon rolls, a friendly welcome and a taste of what a Kids Matter is. Creche available.

Monday 2nd February 9:30-11.30am running for 6 weeks (2nd Feb, 9th Feb, 23rd Feb, 2nd March, 9th March, 16th March)

Kids matter programme + hot drinks, creche and cake. All completely free of charge!

Programme Outline

Taster Session (Monday 26th January 2026)

Session 1 – Being a strong family 

Session 2 – Loving our children well

Session 3 – Play, encouragement and listening

Session 4 – Routines, choices and rewards

Session 5 – Family rules and consequences 

Session 6 – The bigger picture

Booster Session - Checking in 3 months later

Limited availability so please book ahead by contacting [email protected] Feel free to get in touch with any questions you may have, we'd love to tell you more about the programme and see if its right for you.

NOTE: All group facilitators undergo a rigorous four-day training delivered by our team of accredited ICF coaches to ensure the programme is delivered effectively.

For more info about Kids Matter, please visit the organisations page -www.kidsmatter.org.uk/