Derby Children's Health - NHS

30/10/2026

How to keep children safe this Halloween
Halloween can be an exciting time of year for children, dressing up and going out after dark. But, whilst Halloween is supposed to be spooky there are some horrors that families will want to avoid.

So, here are some top tips for a safe Halloween that you can remember for all the right reasons. Shared from Child Accident Prevention Trust

How to keep children safe this Halloween Halloween can be an exciting time of year for children, dressing up and going out after dark. But, whilst Halloween is supposed to be spooky there are some horrors that families will want to avoid. So, here are our top tips for a safe Halloween that you can r...

29/10/2026

* A little reminder of the most appropriate service to use*
If you have a medical concern that is not an emergency, call 111 ☎️

28/10/2026

How do I ask visitors not to kiss my baby, or to wash their hands? Shared from The Lullaby Trust
We know that having conversations around infection prevention can be difficult, whether with close loved ones or strangers. The Lullaby Trust have shared their top tips, and some quotes and phrases to help.

Talking to visitors about preventing infection for your newborn baby is important. But approaching these conversations can feel awkward...

27/10/2026

Children's Sleep Problems

Quality sleep is essential for children’s growth and development. Sleep deprivation causes increased hyperactivity and other behavioural problems, as well as damaging physical and mental development.
Sleep difficulties are common in children and families, and The Sleep Charity are here to help you understand what might be happening and find practical ways to make things better.

A decent night’s sleep will help children to learn more effectively and make them less susceptible to minor ailments,

26/10/2026

FREE Family Fun Sessions this October Half Term at Family Hubs! 🎉
Come along to this amazing Autumn event to: 👉
🏮make a lantern
🎆create a sparkly firework
🔎go on a scavenger hunt
👶love baby sensory area
🌍enjoy small world play
🙌plus outdoor activities and much more!
Take your lantern to the lantern parade on Saturday 28th November!

When & Where: 👉
Monday 26 October 10am-11:30am at Best Start Family Hub - Rosehill Tuesday 27 October 10am-11:30am at Best Start Family Hub - Mackworth Morley Wednesday 28 October 1:30pm-3pm at Best Start Family Hub - Osmaston Allenton

Please bring a refillable water bottle for your child.
No need to book - just turn up! 🥰

26/10/2026

A reminder that the final date to apply for a secondary school place is October 31st. See below for more information. 👇

Apply for a secondary school place!

The school admissions closing date of 31 October is fast approaching to apply for a secondary school place for any child born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016.

✅If you have already applied, you should have received an email acknowledgement.

✅If you have not received an acknowledgement after one week, or have not made any application, you can do this on our Parent Portal: https://remote.derby.gov.uk/Synergy/Enquiries/Citizen/citizen.aspx/admissions-signin 🔗

✅If you need to make a telephone application, please contact Robin Norman at Derby City Council on 01332 642730.

⚠️Late applications from those after 31 October will only be dealt with once all applications received by 31 October have been dealt with.

26/10/2026

Shared from Child Accident Prevention Trust

The clocks have officially gone back. Were you one of the lucky few who gained an extra hour in bed? Or was it an extra hour of your child’s favourite TV show?

One thing we can all relate to is that the nights will now be longer. This can make it harder to spot pedestrians.

So, please remember:

⭐Be bright, be seen. Wear bright clothing during the day and reflective clothing or accessories after dark
⭐Always choose routes and cross at places that are well-lit
⭐Where possible, cross the road at a pedestrian crossing
⭐Remind older children who travel by themselves about road safety and the additional hazards in Autumn/Winter
⭐Devices can be a major distraction, so encourage your child to put them away and take any headphones out while crossing the road

For more tips on staying safe this autumn visit: https://capt.org.uk/autumn-safety/

26/10/2026

🚆 Is worry making it harder for your child to get out and about?

For some children, the thought of a journey can bring big feelings. Worries about leaving home, travelling or feeling sick can make days out and everyday activities feel difficult for the whole family.

Thanks to funding from East Midlands Railway, we have three free remaining 1:1 support spaces available for children starting in November.

Our supportive sessions offer space to explore those worries, understand the feelings behind them and find practical coping tools that work for your child.

💛 If this sounds like something your family could benefit from, please contact us to find out more and check whether the support is suitable.

Send us a private message to enquire. Please avoid sharing personal information about your child in the comments.

26/10/2026

The school health team are at Rosehill Family Hub today, 10-11.30. There are plenty of art and craft activities, a scavenger hunt and other agencies for you to chat to. Pop along and say hi. 👋🏻

15/10/2026

☎️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ☎️

Just a reminder that we now have a dedicated appointment line to reschedule any appointments you are unable to attend.
Please call 01332 530380 to do this.
*Please note, from 1st October, we will not be able to cancel or change appointments via ChatHealth*