Better Start

Blackpool Better Start supports and empowers families in Blackpool to have the best outcomes for their babies and children
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[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

We have decided to leave @X (formerly Twitter) as we believe the platform doesn’t align with our values anymore. Of course, our commitment to ensuring that every child no matter their background has the best start in life isn’t going anywhere!
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[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

Join us on #LinkedIn and #Bluesky: https://t.co/cWCWgsfKzZ… https://t.co/J1NbTjZN51
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[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

We have decided to leave @X (formerly Twitter) as we believe the platform doesn’t align with our values anymore. Of course, our commitment to ensuring that every child no matter their background has the best start in life isn’t going anywhere!
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[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

Job: Research & Evaluation Officer
Help us make sure every baby has the best start in life by ensuring projects & activities are evaluated & impact is considered from implementation, delivery & long term.
Apply: https://t.co/nMtZFCQRFg
Closes: 23 Feb '25
Loc: Blackpool (Hybrid)

[First 1001 Days @first1001days]

Have you signed up for this free online event to celebrate the success of the #ABetterStart programme? Whatever your involvement in early child development, this event promises to provide valuable insights and inspiration!
Find our more & book your space: https://t.co/RHj8u1kY9a

[Rebecca Calvert @Rebeccacalvert6]

1/What an amazing week, and huge thanks to the commitment of all professionals attending Train the Trainer sessions of the Brain Architecture Game and showing enthusiasm in wanting to become trainers and (cont ) @CECDBlackpool @BlackpoolHosp @BlackpoolPolice @BpoolCouncil

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

We're delighted to share that Blackpool Parent-Infant Relationship Service (PaIRS) - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 film has been shortlisted in @SmileyCFA.

Please vote for 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 film here> https://t.co/JVSe0PryA1

[Groundwork in Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside @GroundworkCLM]

We're looking to recruit 2 x Green Doctor Trainees in #wigan and #blackpool to take part in a paid, 12-month work placement training alongside our Green Doctors who help UK residents stay warm, stay well, and save money on household bills. Apply today 👇
https://t.co/S0vKKTtd8p

[Vicki Morgan @VickiMorgs]

Come and hear us share how we’ve integrated Better Start through the veins of our local partnership and why we are continuing beyond 2025! You’ll get to hear learning and celebrations from the other Better Start sites too. It’s free and can be watched ‘on demand’

[Rebecca Calvert @Rebeccacalvert6]

2/police, education, early years staff, private EYEs training teams, children homes, cares, libraries, psychologists all benefitting from the train the trainer session today. We hope to establish a team of champions to continue our work.

[Rebecca Calvert @Rebeccacalvert6]

1/ Pc Jo Mills #lancashirepolice and I #blackpoolteachinghospital commenced the train the trainer sessions for our Blackpool workforce who wish to start rolling out the brain architecture game within different organisations. Adult and child sw, family hub staff, ncb, charities

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

As the end of the #ABetterStart programme approaches, join us in celebrating ten years of learning and successes. This FREE online event will showcase the remarkable achievements from the five partnerships.

Register here: https://t.co/uNmRJFR3Ib

[National Children's Bureau @ncbtweets]

The ‘A Better Start - Shared Learning’ newsletter is full of insights for services & practitioners focused on improving #EarlyYears outcomes. Sign up at: https://t.co/eR5v4013T3

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

As the end of the #ABetterStart programme approaches, join us in celebrating ten years of learning and successes. This FREE online event will showcase the remarkable achievements from the five partnerships.
Register here: https://t.co/uNmRJFRBxJ

[Vicki Morgan @VickiMorgs]

Team away day today reflecting on the last 10 years of @CECDBlackpool celebrating our learning, outcomes and highlights but also challenges faced along the way. Valuing everyone who has been part of it 🧡 Looking forward to some festive cheer too🎄 🎁

[Dr. Lauren Wolfenden @LaurenWolfenden]

Kicked off our @CECDBlackpool team away day with a fantastic reflection activity of the last 10 yrs! The personal & professional journey for the team, improvements in health inequalities & transformation for our workforce has been phenomenonal to see printed out on the walls 🥰

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

Our festive grottos are a highlight for the team each year. They represent not just a chance for families to meet Santa for free and play together, but an opportunity for our Community Connectors to identify those needing support over the Christmas period.
https://t.co/U794eue3vH

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

@CarmsCouncil @TNLComFund 4/4 Because whatever their background, 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 child deserves the best start in life. For more information please visit us at https://t.co/NtxAYqHbCU

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

1/4🧵 - We're delighted to have been appointed by @CarmsCouncil, who have been awarded a 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 from the @WelshGovernment

[Better Start @CECDBlackpool]

3/4 We'll be supporting a whole systems review of provision, looking at how @CarmsCouncil can ensure every child is supported from conception to starting school. We're excited to be on this new journey, scaling up Blackpool Better Start and maximising investment from @TNLComFund