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Best Start in Life Plan

Working together across Luton, the Best Start in Life Plan 2026 to 2029 will improve early years outcomes and reduce inequalities, giving every child the best possible start in life.

Our Best Start in Life Plan aims to help every child in Luton grow up healthy, supported and able to reach their full potential.

By bringing together partners from:

  • Luton Council
  • Public Health
  • Early Years
  • Family Help
  • Family Hubs
  • Flying Start
  • NHS services
  • VCFSE sector

We will strengthen the early years system so that all children, particularly those facing the greatest challenges, can access high-quality, inclusive support from pregnancy through to age five. 

By making early health and wellbeing a shared responsibility, we aim to improve outcomes by increasing the proportion of children achieving a Good Level of Development from 64% overall (52% for disadvantaged children) to over 71% and 62.7% respectively by 2028, narrowing inequalities. 

Through strong partnerships, early intervention, and a focus on empowering families, we will deliver a joined‑up, accessible offer that gives every child in Luton the best possible start in life, in line with our Luton 2040 ambition.

Our Best Start in Life Plan 2026–2029 can be downloaded below for further information on our priorities, outcomes, and delivery approach.