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Family Wellbeing Partnership

Family Wellbeing Partnership

Established in 2020, the Family Wellbeing Partnership (FWP) is a collaboration between Clackmannanshire Council, the Scottish Government and The Hunter Foundation via The Social Innovation Partnership (TSIP) to enhance wellbeing and capabilities. Empowering people in Clackmannanshire to be and do things they have reason to value and to live flourishing lives is at the heart of this approach, and the focus is on what matters to people in our communities.

Child Wellbeing Partnership

The Child Wellbeing Partnership, which comes under the umbrella of the FWP, is funded and delivered as part of the Scottish Government Early Adopter initiative and

• brings together the Council, local childcare providers, third sector organisations, and private partners;
• works collaboratively to develop and test a new all age childcare system that supports the wellbeing of children, young people, and families;
• aims to create a system where eligible families in Clackmannanshire can access the right childcare, family support, and wellbeing opportunities at the right time, reducing barriers, strengthening wellbeing, and enabling families to thrive.

What we offer

We aim to support families by offering a wide range of wellbeing opportunities and, where appropriate, referrals to other services that can provide additional help.

While our support is open to everyone, priority families and groups, include:

• Lone parents
• Young parents (under 25)
• Large families (three or more children)
• Ethnic minority families
• Families with a baby under one
• Families with a disabled person in the household
• Care experienced children and families, including those in kinship care           

Our approach is rooted in inclusion, early intervention, and building strong, trusting relationships that help families thrive.

Childcare and activity provision

• Flexible and expanded childcare options, including before and after school provision
• Holiday activity programmes
• Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) placements
• Opportunities that help children build confidence, learn new skills, and stay active

Family wellbeing supports

Families can access a wide range of supports including:

• Community based wellbeing activities
• Parenting support and programmes
• Peer support groups
• Initiatives that strengthen family resilience, confidence, and mental wellbeing
• Support to access training, employment, and opportunities

Working closely with partners such as Clackmannanshire Works and Department for Work and Pensions, we help parents and carers:

• Find training opportunities
• Access employability services
• Explore routes into work that fit with their childcare needs

How we work

The partnership connects families with a range of services and organisations, ensuring they receive joined up, relevant support. This includes links with:

• Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) services
• Education and school based support
• Community Learning and Development (CLD) programmes
• Sports Development and active lifestyles services
• Third Sector and community groups offering local activities and family supports

This model ensures families receive holistic, wrap around support that combines childcare, wellbeing, and practical help.

More information

If you would like to find out more about available childcare, family wellbeing supports, or local opportunities, please contact us using the details below.