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Education and SEND Reforms

Recently added - Find out more about the Education and SEND reforms (February 2026).

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Amber heat health alert 8-12 July

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an Amber Heat Health Alert for all regions in England, from 9am on Wednesday 8 July until 9pm on Sunday 12 July. Rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. For advice on staying cool, signs of heat exhaustion, swimming safely outdoors, fire safety, and more: Summer wellbeing

The Family Information Service (FIS) is a free signposting service managed by Dudley Council providing detailed information, advice and contacts for parents, families and carers across the Dudley borough.

The FIS provides information on:

  • Ofsted registered early years and childcare providers
  • Information on funded early education childcare for under 2’s, 2, 3 and 4 year olds
  • Wraparound care
  • Childcare provision for children aged 5 years+
  • Things to do and places to go, including details of events and activities taking place for children, young people and families during holidays
  • Services to support parents and carers of children with additional needs such as signposting to SEN family events in, short breaks, details of sensory rooms and support groups.

Get in touch with Dudley’s Family Information Service via:

Phone: 01384 814398

Email: fis.cs@dudley.gov.uk

Web: Family Information Service