LCSS Networking Events

LCSS Networking Events – Best Start Family Hubs

LCSS are pleased to be holding a series of networking events showcasing the Best Start Family Hubs initiative in Oxfordshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to hear the latest information about the launch of Best Start Family Hubs in Oxfordshire and to connect with community partners who play a vital role in supporting families with children.

The sessions will share:

  • what’s changing
  • what’s staying the same
  • how community-led organisations can link with the Family Hubs approach so that families can access joined-up support at the right time

For more information on the Government initiative, please visit:
https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/

Who the sessions are for

  • Early Years practitioners and leaders
  • Community-led organisations
  • Agencies supporting families

What to expect

  • Best Start Family Hubs: launch information and an introduction to Oxfordshire’s local implementation (including what this means for local partners), delivered by Jenny Stoker, Family Hub Manager
  • Best Start Family Hubs myth-busting and Q&A session
  • Showcase of exercises and examples of service offers for families and children
  • Networking with local agencies, groups and community partners
  • Family Information Service

Event details

South Area

  • Date: 18 June 2026
  • Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
  • Location: District Community Centre, Gentian Mews, Great Western Park, OX11 6GR

North Area

  • Date: 17 June 2026
  • Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
  • Location: Banbury Children and Family Centre, Hilton Road, Banbury, OX16 0EJ

West Area

  • Date: 23 June 2026
  • Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
  • Location: Witney Children and Family Centre, Witan Way, Witney, OX28 6FF

Central Area

  • Date: 16 June 2026
  • Time: 9:30am to 11:30am
  • Location: Rose Hill, Ashurst Way, Oxford, OX4 4RF

Booking

If you would like to attend, please email:

  • your link worker, or
  • LCSS@oxfordshire.gov.uk