350,000th book sent out through Nottingham book-gifting charity
A Nottingham scheme that gives free books to children has reached another major milestone. The 350,000th book has been delivered to a young reader in the city through Dolly Parton’s…
Contact centre renamed after Nottingham’s ‘champion’ of children
A Radford contact centre was today renamed ‘Helen’s Place’ in recognition of a senior officer at the City Council who died last year from Covid. Helen Blackman, who was the…
Good support in place for children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities in Nottingham, say inspectors
Inspectors from Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have recognised efforts in Nottingham to improve support for people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). A five-day inspection was carried…
Big Reading Challenge raises over £20,000 to send more free books to children in Nottingham
Nottingham City Council has raised a record-breaking amount for its Big Reading Challenge this year, meaning more free books for children in the city.
Supermarket vouchers and activity clubs for families this Christmas
Further support is being provided to struggling families over Christmas through school food vouchers and outdoor holiday activities. The City Council has consistently made £15-per-week vouchers available to all children…
Big Reading Challenge aims to raise funds for more free books for children
Nottingham City Council is holding another Big Reading Challenge in a bid to raise funds for a charity that gives free books to children in the city.
New mental health and wellbeing website by and for local young people
A new website developed with input from and aiming to help young people with mental health issues has been launched in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. NottAlone brings a range of local…
Nottingham takes part in national film to promote fostering service
Nottingham City Council’s fostering service is showcasing a national film designed to increase the number of carers. Local authorities across the country have joined forces on the unique film project,…
Free school meal vouchers available for half-term holidays
Food vouchers will be available to pupils in Nottingham for the October half-term next week after the Council secured a £3.5m grant. The money, made available by Government, will support…
Mental health services for children and young people set to expand in Nottingham
Mental health support services for children and young people in Nottingham are set to reach double the number of educational settings, thanks to £1m of extra national funding. Children and…