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Three more schools in Carmarthenshire will be offering a Flying Start to children in their areas from this autumn. Dafen, Ysgol y Bedol and Bynea primary schools will benefit from the investment which is a Welsh Government Early Years preventative programme. It is aimed at families with children who are under four years of age and is targeted in some of the most deprived areas in Wales. Carmarthenshire County Council Leader Cllr Kevin Madge said he welcomed the news which would benefit so many children. “Flying Start is an excellent initiative which aims to make a real difference to the lives of children under four in the areas where it runs,” Cllr Madge said. “It is really good news for Carmarthenshire that three more schools will be able to offer children and families this opportunity.” The core elements of the Flying Start programme are: Free, quality, part-time childcare for two to three year olds. An enhanced health visiting service. Access to parenting programmes.  Ea...

A Llanelli mum has set her sights on a rewarding career in nursing, thanks to the support of two Carmarthenshire organisations. Kelly Davies, a mother of three boys, had always dreamed of being a nurse and helping others, but did not feel she was able to pursue her ambition due to a lack of confidence and being unable to finance childcare for her children, which would enable her to access the required qualifications. But two years ago, Kelly got in touch with Genesis - a European Social Funded project which aims to improve life for families by providing support to remove barriers that prevent them from accessing training, education or employment. With the support of a dedicated advisor, Kelly was able to enrol on a course at Coleg Sir Gâr to study an Access to Health course, during which she was awarded Student of the Year. She has now progressed on to Swansea University where she is studying nursing – supported by the team at Flying Start Carmarthenshire. Flying Start - a Welsh...