About the Early Years Network
The Early Years Network was established to disseminate learning from the National Health Demonstration Project 'Starting Well' and increase the sharing of knowledge and good practice among those working in the early years field.
Network Development Plan
The Network Development Plan outlines the motivations behind the development of the Network and defines its aims and objectives.
Download Early Years Network Development Plan [PL LINK]
Workplan
2000-2004 – Phase One
Dissemination of learning from Starting Well Phase One.
2004-2005 – Transition Phase
Support for further exploration of work around integrated practices and first-time mothers.
2005-2006 – Phase Two
Support for the development of Parents and Children Together (PACT) Teams.
Network activities
A series of roadshows, held between April and August 2004 in seven locations around Scotland, enhanced awareness among those working in the field of learning gathered during Phase One of the demonstration project Starting Well. For further details, see our Roadshow page.
The Network has also succeeded in bringing together stakeholders in the Early Years field to further understanding of 'what works'.
The Network also had a role in instituting an 'Evidence into Practice' process on Early Years issues. The first task was pulling together a Breastfeeding Expert Group to examine breastfeeding evidence for national dissemination.
Reports and updates on progress and findings from Starting Well can be found on our Starting Well page.
Further information
For further information, please email - alice.harrison@health.scot.nhs.uk or linda.wallis@health.scot.nhs.uk.