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NCT is here to support parents. We give them accurate, impartial information so that they can decide what’s best for their family, and we introduce them to a network of local parents to gain practical and emotional support.

We are the UK’s largest charity for parents, and campaign as the voice for parents on the issues they care about.

Our vision

Our vision is a world in which parents are valued and supported to build a strong society, believing that a child’s early years significantly impact upon the future they help to shape.

Our charitable purpose

  • We offer information and support in pregnancy, birth and early parenthood
  • We campaign to improve maternity care and ensure better services and facilities for new parents
  • We aim to give every parent the chance to make informed choices
  • We want to make sure that everyone has access to our services and activities

Find out more:

What we do for parents
Our society does not always recognise the importance of parents. That’s why, as well as helping...
Ensuring we reach and support all parents
We offer tailored services and training to healthcare professionals.
Our history
NCT started in 1956 when Prunella Briance, inspired by the writings of Grantly Dick-Read, placed an...
NCT's Achievements
Find out the significant impact NCT has made since it was established
NCT's 2010-2020 Strategy
Our current strategy aims to reach 20 million parents by 2020
Become a Trustee
“You don’t have to be a hero or famous to change lives for the better – charity trusteeship allows...
Annual Review
Our Annual Review provides an overview of the charity and the work we undertook during the year.

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“I couldn’t have made it through my first pregnancy without NCT. They helped me when no one else was available and I am so grateful to them.”
New mum in Birmingham

Did you know?

  • NCT has been helping new parents since 1956
  • We have 100,000 members with more than 1.9m visits to our website every year
  • NCT has branches right across the UK - 317 in total
  • Our website is a comprehensive, easy-to-use source of information on every aspect of pregnancy, birth and beyond
  • We support parents through a vast network of 10,000 volunteers
  • Healthcare professionals see us as a valuable source of impartial, evidence-based information