The First Years Last Forever
Babyzone brings families, practitioners and partners together
to improve early-years outcomes for every child.
Why Early Years Matter
Research shows the earliest years shape everything that follows
Over 80% of brain development happens before age three - when more than a million new neural connections form each second. After that, the brain only keeps the pathways it uses most, meaning early experiences sculpt a child’s future.
Why Why Investing Matters
Investing in early years delivers lasting benefits in education, health, employment and community life.
Our Model
Our model is a flywheel where every part strengthens the next - hubs, programmes, partners, parents, learning and influence.
The more it turns, the stronger it grows.
If we solve early years, we don’t just solve one of society’s problems – we can solve them all.
Charles Mindenhall, Co-Founder & Chair, Babyzone
2025 in Numbers
61,737
visits to Babyzone hubs
70%
of families come from the most disadvantaged parts of society
4,400
free evidence-informed classes delivered to families
7
Babyzone locations open in the UK
300,000
interactions with families on WhatsApp
2.5 million
pieces of content consumed on Baby Buddy
Through short, practical modules and a buzzing online community, practitioners build confidence together.
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