The Ely and Caerau Children’s Centre was Cardiff’s first Integrated Children's Centre and has been open and operational for families since June 2005. The eccc was built with the aims to improve health, education and the emotional development of young children and families through an integrated approach. The Centre serves those living in the local communities of Ely and Caerau. The group sessions are only open to families living in the Ely or Caerau area.