Testimonials

“PAFT is 100% emebedded into every group provision the team deliver. The one to work with at home is exceptionally good, especially our ante-natal programmes, and the parents and health visitors really appreciate it.”

“One of the great things about PAFT is how it brings parenting and child development together!”

“It’s a fabulous family-engagement tool. Non-threatening and non-invasive.”

“Health Visitors are delighted with us. PAFT is their parenting programme of choice. We’re full to capacity.”

“The outcome for this family has been amazing. It just shows how powerful the programme is.”

“We use the programme to engage the most challenging of families.”

“The Family Support Workers love it. Every visit is a complete piece of work. It gives the workers such satisfaction.”

“We loved our time learning/playing with our project worker as part of the local PAFT programme. It wasn’t just about parents, children and teaching or learning... It was also about community, support, confidence and friendship. The internet can’t replace those things!”

“As a recipient of services from PAFT, it’s invaluable talking with someone face to face in how to put ideas into practice within your own family unit.”

“You make me think about things I haven’t thought of before.”

“We are loving doing PAFT with you. It’s a fab springboard for playing with the children, which I do sometimes struggle with!”

“Parents As First Teachers made me realise that everything I say or do with my child is a learning experience.”

“My PAFT worker listens to what I say, which a lot of other professionals don’t.”

“I wouldn’t have left the house without my Parent Educator.”

“I don’t have wider family help and it has been a real encouragement to be able to share my concerns and questions with someone who is knowledgeable and not judgmental.”

“So glad we had you - we have learnt so much and feel more confident as parents.”