Family & Pets

Embark on a new chapter abroad in the UK with your entire family: learn all about childcare, fun activities, and how to bring and care for your pets.

Care at home and nursing homes: elderly care in the United Kingdom

Elderly care in the United Kingdom has historically taken place in nursing homes, but new research suggests that elderly UK residents are increasingly seeking out live-in care.

Childcare in the UK

Childcare in the UK consists of a mix of public and private provisions, and we explain the different types available and how to access them.

Family visas in the UK

You can get a family visa in the UK if you want to join relatives. Learn all about the different visa types and how to apply.

Preschool and daycare in the UK

Your child can attend a preschool in the UK until they start school at four or five. Here are the things to consider when choosing a daycare.

Keeping pets in the UK

Pets in the UK are much-loved members of the family, with dogs and cats equal in the popularity stakes and people’s hearts.