Stages 4 Ages
At Stepping Stones, we believe great training doesn’t stop with professionals — it extends to the families they support.
That’s why we’ve partnered with Stages 4 Ages, a dedicated parenting platform designed to support families through every stage of childhood.
What is Stages 4 Ages?
Stages 4 Ages is an online platform packed with practical, real-life support for families, covering everything from child development to everyday parenting challenges.
It includes:
- Parenting guidance and support
- Health and wellbeing advice
- Home learning and education resources
- Activities, crafts and recipes
- Short courses such as weaning, forest school and home education
All content is designed to be accessible, flexible and relevant to real family life.
"I was overwhelmed trying to navigate home education, but this course made it so simple. The resources are top-notch, and I love how it covers everything from child development to creative activities. Highly recommend!"
Sarah P
First time mum
What do they offer?
Why This Makes a Difference:
Training gives professionals the tools — but families need support too.
By combining Stepping Stones training with Stages 4 Ages, you create a joined-up approach that:
- Supports both professionals and parents
- Reinforces learning outside of training sessions
- Helps families build confidence and consistency
- Improves long-term outcomes for children

Already on our Early Years Programme?
At Stepping Stones, we believe that supporting professionals also means supporting the families they work with. That’s why all organisations and learners on selected Stepping Stones packages receive:
👉 Free access to Stages 4 Ages for parents and carers
This allows you to:
- Extend your impact beyond training
- Provide ongoing support to families
- Offer added value to your service or setting
- Strengthen outcomes for children and young people
