Definition

Early help means providing support as soon as a problem emerges, at any point in a child’s life, from the early years through to the teenage years. Early help can also prevent further problems arising. 

Vision

Children and Young People in Sutton live with resilient families, are happy, safe and healthy and grow up with the skills, knowledge and attributes to be confident and independent; ready for adult life

Objectives

All services work together to provide a seamless offer to children and their families, preventing the escalation of need and ensuring targeted, timely interventions that are supported by effective multi agency practices of ‘Awareness’, ‘Advice’, ‘Assessment’, ‘Action’ and lastly, ‘And so what?’