Tooting’s new Family Hub opens

The new space on Beechcroft Road is a game-changer for families in Tooting, bringing essential services under one roof. Instead of having to contact people right across the Council to get the support they need, parents, young people, and children can access everything from parenting advice and early-years support to youth services, health checks, digital skills and job training in one welcoming space.

The hub also hosts community-led projects like the Rackets Cubed Social Supermarket, where families struggling to make ends meet can shop for groceries at a fraction of the price. It’s all about making life easier and ensuring no one is left behind.

The Tooting Family Hub follows the successful launch of the Yvonne Carr Family Hub in Battersea and the Roehampton Family Hub. This latest opening marks a significant step forward in Wandsworth’s commitment to supporting families and young people in their communities.

Today’s launch event was a vibrant community celebration featuring speeches from key figures, a special plaque unveiling, and lively performances from local schoolchildren. Guests enjoyed delicious food from local vendors and had the chance to experience first-hand the warmth and inclusivity of the new hub.

The former Tooting MP and current Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, said: “The new Tooting Family Hub will play an important role in the local community, helping families to get easy access to a wide range of services all in one place. It’s a great example of the work the council is doing to help residents living in Wandsworth, as we continue to build a fairer London for everyone.”

The Tooting Family Hub has been shaped by local voices. As a listening council, staff collaborated closely with local community, voluntary, and faith groups, as well as young people and parents, to choose which services would be available and ensure the hub truly reflects the community’s needs.

At the launch, Wandsworth Council announced the expansion of its pioneering Baby Box scheme, the first of its kind in London. The scheme, which provides essential early-years support to new parents, will now be available to all residents eligible for Access for All, a borough-wide initiative removing barriers to vital services.

Kate Stock, Cabinet Member for Children, said: "The Tooting Family Hub is all about making life easier for local families. It's a place where parents, carers, and young people can come for advice, support, or simply a friendly face. Built by the community, for the community, it means every family in Tooting has somewhere to turn so that every child can get the best possible start in life. That’s why we’re also expanding our Baby Box scheme - offering new parents a little extra help when they need it most."

Dr Venessa Swaby from A2ndVoice, a not-for-profit organisation supporting families in Tooting for over a decade, added: “At A2ndVoice, we believe in the power of community. The new Family Hub in Tooting embodies this spirit by providing a safe and welcoming space where people of all ages can unite, access free services, and build meaningful connections under one roof.”

With the doors now officially open, the Tooting Family Hub is a testament to what can be achieved when the community’s needs are truly listened to. This is more than just a support centre, it’s a place where families can feel at home, find help, and build a stronger future together.

Find out more about how Wandsworth is working with residents to shape local services.