Best Start Family Hubs
Brent Council's Cabinet approved insourcing Best Start Family Hubs services to create a council-led model.
Brent Council's Cabinet approved the insourcing of most Best Start Family Hubs support services in September 2026. This decision aims to establish a fully integrated council-led Family Hub and Early Help model, enhancing accountability, consistency, quality assurance, and service integration. The new model is scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2027.
The insourcing will encompass Family Support Assistants, Early Years Workers, a volunteer programme, and creche provision. These services are currently delivered by Barnardo's Services Limited across six Family Hubs in Brent, including Alperton, Church Lane, and Preston Park. The existing contract with Barnardo's is due to conclude in March 2027.
Key facts
- Brent Council's Cabinet approved insourcing Best Start Family Hubs support services in September 2026. Source
- The insourcing of services for Brent's Best Start Family Hubs is set to take effect from April 1, 2027. Source
- Barnardo's Services Limited currently delivers support services for six Best Start Family Hubs in Brent. Source
- The current contract with Barnardo's for Brent's Best Start Family Hubs services ends in March 2027. Source
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