Early Years and Childcare
Early Years Development & Childcare Partnership (EYDCP)
Merthyr Tydfil Early Years Development & Childcare Partnership (EYDCP) is responsible for delivering Early Years and Child Care services for children 0- 14 throughout the County Borough.
Who is represented on the EYDCP?
The Partnership brings together people and organisations with an interest in early years and childcare- these include private and voluntary sector providers, schools, health authority and Jobcentreplus.
What is the EYDCP ?
The EYDCP is required to provide high quality and affordable childcare in every community. At the moment in Merthyr Tydfil, we provide a free full or part time early education place for all 4 year olds and at least a part-time place for all 3 year olds.
The EYDCP are required to plan for the development of early years and childcare services. The EYDCP Strategic plan 2008-2011 
pdf. 2003KB is now available. The plan looks at key matters relating to early years and childcare such as:
New childcare targets for children aged 0-14 years
The provision of childcare and early years information
Educational places for 3 and 4 year olds
Quality Assurance
Training
Recruitment
Sustainability of the early years and childcare sector
Regulation of childcare services
How parents/ carers can get involved
The views of parents/carers are very important when planning services for children. Parents know what their children need and have the local knowledge that is needed to successfully develop early years and childcare for all children. We would like to hear your views.
What is Genesis? 
Genesis is a project to help parents with the many issues that they may face when wanting to learn new skills or return to work. The Genesis team will work alongside parents to help explore hopes and aspirations for the future.
The Genesis team could help with:
· Free or subsidised childcare
· Support and guidance on training & employment opportunities
· Mobile crèche team for training & community events
· Training & Support for volunteers
· Confidence building
For more information on Genesis please contact Early Years and Childcare Co-ordinator on 01685 727396.
In Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council there is an Early Years and Childcare team. The team is made up of:
Early Years and Childcare Co-ordinator
Tel: 01685 727396
Children’s Information Service Officer
Tel: 01685 727400
Early Years Training Officer
Tel: 01685 727394
Genesis Advisor
Tel: 01685 727396
Creche Team
Tel: 01685 727389
Early Years Advisory Teacher
Tel: 01685 727396
If you wish to get involved or would like to discuss anything relating to Early Years and Childcare please do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact Details:
Cwm Golau Integrated Children's Centre
Duffryn Road
Pentrebach
Merthyr Tydfil
CF48 4BJ
ICC@merthyr.gov.uk
01443 699071