Bracknell

This year Bracknell Forest Council is again hosting a wide variety of free parenting workshops throughout the community.

The Bracknell council’s extended services team has organised the free events at various venues throughout the borough and the programme has just been published.

Building positive relationships and dealing with sibling rivalry are just two of the Bracknell workshops offered. Others include:

* Separation and divorce - February 25, from 1pm at College Town Infants School.
* The wonders and woes of grandparenting - March 18, from 12.45pm at Homestart, Coopers Hill Centre.
* Bullying and how to handle it - April 22, from 12.45pm at Crown Wood Primary School.
* Self esteem - June 9, from 6pm at Brakenhale School.

Parents are welcome to turn up to any of these sessions but bookings are preferable by calling 01344 354067 or email parent.support@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

Martin Gocke, acting director for Children, Young People and Learning at Bracknell Forest Council, said: "Bringing up our children is perhaps the most important role that many of us will have in our lives. Having support and professional advice available helps to ensure children are brought up in the best possible environment.

"Parenting courses are just one of many free events planned by the extended services team here at the council. With all schools in the borough offering a range of extended services, there's bound to be something in your area to suit you.

"Just call the extended services team to find out more."

Gareth Barnard, executive member for Bracknell children and young people, said: "Extended services brings together key services in one place making it easier for parents and carers to get the help and support that they and their children need.

"They will ensure that educational, health and voluntary sector professionals work together to create the best possible care, support and education for children and families in Bracknell Forest."

To find out more about extended services and events in your community call 01344 354067.

Bracknell Forest Council