Good Level of Development (GLD) target
Bexley Council recently expanded its family support services with a new hub in Thamesmead, aiming to enhance early years development related to the Good Level of Development (GLD) target.
Bexley Family Hubs expanded their services with the opening of the Best Start Family Hub (BSFH) Thamesmead in September 2026. Located at Lakeside Medical Centre, the new centre aims to provide accessible community-based support for local families and integrate services more closely with health provisions.
The Good Level of Development (GLD) target is related to early years development, and the new hub contributes to supporting families in achieving this. No further discussions or decisions regarding the GLD target are currently scheduled in the provided material.
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