Carers and The Community

If a child is in immediate danger please call 999

You want to know that your children are safe and developing well. The vast majority of people that you will meet also want the same as you for your and other children. However occasionally children get into difficulty because of what other people are doing to them or with them or occasionally because they follow a course of behaviour that is not safe.

Children of any age can experience problems at times, and parents or carers can’t always meet their needs by themselves. When children do require some extra support it’s always best to find out what help there is before things worsen. We have included some tips and information on issues that affect children and young people alongside some guidance for the adults in their lives. We want all families in Barnet to have happy, safe lives.

More information about Barnet Council's support for children and families is available here. 

If you are a parent of a child with a special educational need or disability you may find more information here.

Barnet Family Services Procedures Manual is produced and maintained in partnership with tri.x  - here you will find a comprehensive overview of all of Barnet Family Services procedures and processes. 

All Barnet agencies follow the London Child Protection Procedures - which are regularly updated. Part A covers the core procedures and Part B gives practice guidance. Procedures can be accessed from the menu at the top of the home page and should be read alongside this manual.