Being a parent can offer challenges for a variety of reasons and it is common to feel overwhelmed or unsure about how to manage your child’s behaviour. 
 
Our FREE parenting puzzle courses 
highlight the importance of tuning into young children and the power of play; they also promote positive approaches to discipline and boundary setting.

Any parent or carer with a child aged between 2 and 5 can contact starting well and book a place. 

Chester and Rural Duty
01244 397412

Blacon Children’s Centre, CH1 5DB  
Starting  Monday, 8th September 2025
1.00pm - 3.00pm

Kingsway Children’s Centre, CH2 2LB
Starting Friday, 3rd October 2025
 9.30am - 11.30am

Frodsham Children’s Centre, WA6 7PZ
Starting Tuesday, 4th November 2025
9.30am - 11.30am

Kingsway Children’s Centre, CH2 2LB
Starting Monday, 19th January 2026
1.00pm - 3.00pm

Blacon Children’s Centre, CH1 5DB
 Starting Monday, 23rd February 2026
9.30am - 11.30am
 

Course Overview - download

Ellesmere Port and Neston Duty
0151 488 8036

Stanlaw Abbey Children’s, CH65 9EL
Starting Monday, 8th September 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm

Portside Children’s Centre, CH65 2BY
Starting Thursday 23rd, October 2025
1.00pm - 3.00pm

Stanlaw Abbey Children’s, CH65 9EL    
Starting Tuesday, 4th November 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm​​​​​​​

Neston Youth and Community Centre, CH64 9RE
Starting Wednesday, 21st January 2026
10.00am - 12.00pm​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Portside Children’s Centre, CH65 2BY
Starting Thursday, 26th February 2026
10.00am - 12.00pm​​​​​​​

Course Overview - download

Northwich and Winsford Duty
01606 555285

Victoria Road Children’s Centre, CW9 5UT 
Starting Friday, 12th September 2025
9.30am - 11.30am

Wharton Children’s Centre, CW7 3HN
Starting Tuesday, 30th September 2025
9.30am - 11.30am

Leftwich Children’s Centre, CW9 8DH
Starting Thursday, 6th November 2025
9.30am - 11.30am

Over Children’s Centre, CW7 1LX
Starting Wednesday, 21st January 2026
9.30am- 11.30am

Wharton Children’s Centre, CW7 3HN
Starting Tuesday, 24th February 2026
9.30am - 11.30am
 

Course Overview - download

We understand the challenges parents face with their children who have additional needs. Below are some useful resources to support you:

Autism and Behaviour 

Autistic children and young people can exhibit different behaviours to others. On this webpage you will find information about what causes these behaviours and how you can support them. 

Behaviour - Ambitious About Autism

Knowing what causes distressed behaviour can help you to develop ways of dealing with it. You’ll find practical information and tips on this webpage.

Behaviour - National Autistic Society

 

Parenting a Child With ADHDParenting a child with ADHD can require unique and tailored strategies and approaches to support their happiness, well-being and development. This brief guide aims to provide you with some practical tips, techniques, and insights to help you navigate the challenges and create a positive environment for your child.

Parenting a Child With ADHD - ADHDAdultUK

 

Understanding Stress Response and Promoting Regulating Behaviour - This information sheet explores the human stress response and how we can support our children to develop skills in self regulation.

Understanding Stress - ADHD Foundation

 

Other Useful Links:

Parent Training for Autism | ChAPS covers Cheshire

CAMHS Learning Disability - Cheshire West :: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust