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Previously 3D Drumchapel
Our Story
3D Families has been journeying with children (0–12 years) and their families in Drumchapel to build strong foundations for families to thrive for over 27 years.
The Charity was set up in 1997 through the compassion, hope and desire for social justice by local churches in response to need and maintains this founding ethos based on Christian values to this day.
The Charity has evolved throughout the years from only 1 member of staff supporting around 20 parents to 20 members of staff supporting over 500 families.
We have now developed a unique model for locality family support that is recognised as good practice across Glasgow and beyond.
Here is a glimpse into our journey:
1997
1999
2000
2011
2012
2013
2015
2017
2018
2019 – 21
2020
2021
2023
2024
2025
3D Drumchapel was established as a Charity and a board of Trustees was formed
Opened first premises at ‘One Up’, in Drumchapel.
First staff member Marion Lindsay employed (Marion still works with 3D to this day!)
Employed our first Perinatal Family Workers and started our Perinatal Family Support Service. Moved to bigger premises within the Open Gate.
Developed and launched our new logo and branding. Bairn Necessities was born.
Pioneered our perinatal work and recruited our first Perinatal Family Workers. Waddles joined the 3D Family as our loveable mascot!
The Drumchapel Early Years Network (now Drumchapel Children & Families Network) was established and the first session was held in Drumchapel Community Centre.
Moved to new premises at Drumchapel Community Centre.
Developed and delivered our pilot of ‘Muddy Buddies’ facilitating outdoor play sessions with local nurseries.
Piloted ‘3D Thrive’ service providing intensive family support. Bairn Necessities opened its own premises at KCEDG. First Family Support Worker started in St.Clares Primary School.
Launched our first children's book ‘The Wonderful World of Waddles’. Awarded Family Support Charity of the Year by Children & Young People Now.
Launched our new website. Awarded Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Family Support Worker started in Laungfaulds Primary School. Moved to Drumchapel St.Andrews Church.
Returned to Drumchapel Community Centre. ‘Women of Wonder’ group hosted a march for International Women’s Day. Family Support Worker started in Camstradden Primary School. Recruited first staff member for Bairn Necessities.
Started pilot programme of 3D Futures (family support capacity building programme).
Opened 'Bairn's Boutique' shop in Drumchapel Shopping Centre. Changed name from 3D Drumchapel to 3D Families.