Family & Relationships guide

Make a parenting plan after separating

Agree practical arrangements for your children after a separation, from living schedules to holidays and school, and write them down clearly.

Estimated time: 1–2 hours, often over several sessionsUpdated: 28 September 2026

Use this guide if you and your child's other parent have separated and can talk safely about arrangements. If there are concerns about abuse or safety, do not use this guide on its own – call 999 in an emergency or contact a specialist support service.

Step by step

  1. Put the children's needs first

    List what your children need for stability, such as school routine, time with each parent, friends and activities. Consider their ages and, where appropriate, ask for their views without making them choose.

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