What Gloucestershire Family Hubs Offer

Family Hubs bring together a wide range of support for families, including:

• Early years support and child development guidance

• Parenting advice and behaviour support

• Health and wellbeing information

• SEND support and signposting

• Activities for children and young people

• Help accessing local services and community groups

The aim is simple: to ensure every family feels supported, informed, and confident.

How Gloucestershire Family Hubs Work

Family Hubs bring different organisations together so families don’t have to search in multiple places for help. This joined‑up approach may include:

• Local authority services

• Health visitors and midwives

• Community groups and charities

• Early years and childcare providers

• Voluntary and specialist support organisations

Each hub works closely with its local community to understand what families need most. This means the support available in Cheltenham or Tewkesbury reflects the needs of local families.

The Virtual Family Hub — Support Available 24/7

Families can also access support online through the Virtual Family Hub, which brings together information, guidance, and links to local services in one place. The Virtual Family Hub includes:

• Information and guidance available 24/7

• Direct links to local services and support organisations

• Online resources for parents and carers

• Details of activities, events, and support groups across Gloucestershire

Explore the Virtual Family Hub: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk

What’s On in Your Local Family Hub

Each Gloucestershire Family Hub offers a range of activities, groups, and support sessions for children, young people, and families. This may include:

• Stay‑and‑play sessions

• Baby groups and early years activities

• Parenting courses and workshops

• SEND support groups

• Health visitor clinics

• Community events and seasonal activities

To find out what’s happening in your area, you can explore our timetables for the Cheltenham and Tewkesbury localities.

How Aspire Foundation Supports Gloucestershire Family Hubs

Aspire Foundation operates five children and family centres across Cheltenham and Tewkesbury. We work in partnership with Gloucestershire Family Hubs to ensure families can access the right support at the right time. Our role includes:

• Sharing information and resources with families

• Connecting families with local services and community groups

• Supporting early years development through our children’s centres

• Providing community‑based activities, groups, and guidance

• Helping families navigate support for parenting, wellbeing, and SEND

Our aim is to help families feel supported, informed, and empowered - whether they are accessing a Family Hub in person or online.

Who Can Use Gloucestershire Family Hubs?

Family Hubs are for all families, including:

• Expectant parents

• Parents and carers of babies and toddlers

• Families with school‑aged children

• Young people seeking support

• Families with SEND needs

• Anyone needing help to access local services

You do not need a referral to access most Family Hub services.

Visiting a Family Hub — What to Expect

When you visit a Family Hub, you can expect:

• A warm welcome from trained staff

• A friendly, inclusive environment

• Access to information and advice

• Support tailored to your family’s needs

• Opportunities to meet other families in your community

Family Hubs are designed to be safe, supportive spaces where families can connect, learn, and grow.

Get in Touch

If you would like to know more about Gloucestershire Family Hubs or how Aspire Foundation can support your family, please contact us or visit one of our children and family centres in Cheltenham or Tewkesbury.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Family Hubs free to access?

Most Family Hub services are free, including advice, signposting, and many groups.

Do I need an appointment?

Some sessions require booking, but many are drop‑in. Check your local timetable.

Can I bring more than one child?

Yes - Family Hubs are designed for the whole family.

Do Family Hubs support SEND?

Yes. Hubs offer information, signposting, and links to specialist services.