Parenting Programmes
Please Note: Due to coronavirus, Plymouth Information, Advice and Support (for SEND) have suspended the delivery of all Parenting Programmes until further notice. However, we are still accepting applications for future courses.
If you need some advice and support now, please see: Dedicated Phone Support for Families.
See the Solihull Approach for free online courses for parents and parents-to-be for residents of Devon, Torbay and Plymouth.
See the latest information about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Plymouth Information, Advice and Support for SEND offer a range of internationally recognised Parenting Programmes that have been shown to work in Plymouth for a wide range of families.
The course you choose will depend on the age of the children:
- Incredible Years - For parents and carers of children aged 0-12 years.
- Strengthening Families Programme 10-14 UK - For parents and young people aged 10-14 years.
Please Note: We can only accept applications for families whose postcode come under Plymouth City Council area (Plymouth, Plympton and Plymstock). Check your postcode to find your local council.
Apply for Parenting Programmes
Incredible Years Course Dates
| Course Type | Course Dates | Time | Venue | Creche |
| IY Toddler | 16 Jan-26 Mar 2020 | Thursday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
| IY Basic | 6 Jan (sign-up)-23 Mar 2020 | Monday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
| IY Basic | 8 Jan-25 Mar 2020 | Wednesday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
| IY School Age | 7 Jan (sign-up)-24 Mar 2020 | Tuesday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
| IY Toddler | 23 Apr-16 Jul 2020 | Thursday 9.30-11.30 |
Lark Children's Centre (at rear of Ham Drive Nursery), Ham Drive, Plymouth PL2 2NJ | Yes |
| IY Basic | 20 Apr-20 Jul 2020 | Monday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
| IY School Age | 14 Apr-14 Jul 2020 | Tuesday 9.30-12.00 |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
Strengthening Families Programme 10-14 UK Course Dates
| Course Type | Course Dates | Time | Venue | Creche |
| Strengthening Families Programme 10-14 UK | 15 Jan (sign-up) - 25 Mar 2020 | Wednesday 5-7pm |
Plymouth Information, Advice & Support for SEND, Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ |
No |
Note: Due to Coronavirus, PIAS have suspended the delivery of all Parenting Programmes until further notice.
Supporting Parents on Kids Education in Schools (SPOKES)
Supporting Parents on Kids Education in Schools (SPOKES) is a free Ready for School programme for children in Key Stage 1. It is a 9 week course where parents can learn skills to support their children and help them become more confident with their listening, talking, reading and writing.
Please note, the online Parenting Programmes applications below are only for Incredible Years and Strengthening Families Programme (SFP).
If you are a parent or professional and want to find out more about SPOKES or to register your interest, please contact Jo Best on 01752 258933 or email: jo.best@plymouth.gov.uk
You can also read more about SPOKES in our latest newsletter or on our SPOKES page.
| Course Type | Course Dates | Time | Venue |
| SPOKES Ready for School Programme: Reception & Key Stage 1 |
21 Jan-24 Mar 2020 | Tuesday 12.30-3.00 |
Prince Rock Primary School, Embankment Road, Plymouth PL4 9JF |
| SPOKES Ready for School Programme: Reception & Key Stage 1 |
22 Jan-25 Mar 2020 | Wednesday 9.30-12.00 |
Virtual School at DELL Children's Centre, c/o High View School, 2 Torridge Way, Plymouth PL3 6JQ |
| SPOKES Ready for School Programme: Reception & Key Stage 1 | 27 Jan-20 Apr 2020 | Monday 9.15-11.45 |
Plymouth School of Creative Arts, 22 Millbay Road, Plymouth PL1 3EG |
Applying for Parenting Programme
You can apply for our Parenting Programmes by completing our online application.
Please select whether you are a parent or professional.
Parent Professional