Issue - meetings

The panel are recommended to note the report.

Ivana Price and Helen Finnemore presented this item highlighting the key points from the report.

In December 2022 Enfield successfully signed up for DFE funding. A proposed programme delivery for family hubs

Following questions from Members Officers explained that the Ponders End Hub will be soft launching in summer. It will be a one stop shop from start for life and youth services. This provides families with the convenience of having one place to go rather than being sent to different centres across the borough. There is also a virtual assistance offer.

Members has queries on the opinions of youth centres regarding their space being used as a hub. To which officers confirmed that the majority of the youth activities are done in the afternoon and evenings, while the children’s are done in the morning and day time so the youth services wont be reduced.

Officers clarified that the start for life offer will be translated into other languages. Family support will use translation services and work with local community groups to make them aware of access to the services. There is a communication plan in place which includes outreach, the council website, and other partnerships. Enfield are also recruiting a Family Hub Manager.

Members requested more information on the vision for family hubs and children’s centres by March 2025. Officers explained that they envision to have a Family & Youth hub in Ponders End, Craig Park and Enfield Town. The team are currently undergoing a mapping process with property services.