Refer a child or family for help or tell us you're worried about a child
How to refer a child or family to get help or tell us if you're worried about a child.
About this form
Use this form to:
- refer a child or family to Best Start Family Hubs for early help and support
- tell us if you are worried about a child
You can complete this form if you're a parent or carer, member of the public or a professional. You also have the choice to remain anonymous.
If a child is in immediate danger, phone 999.
What information you need to provide
You'll need to give us information about:
- the child you’re referring
- any other children that live in the same household
- the parent or carer of the child
- why you’re referring the child or children
If you’re referring a child for early help, you must have consent from the parents or carer.
Contact Front door for Families by email or phone if you:
- need help filling in this form
- are a professional and would like a copy of this referral for your records
Privacy notice
Tick to confirm you have read the privacy notice and understand how we'll use the information you give us in this form.