Calderdale students are benefiting from a partnership between their schools which is the first of its kind in Yorkshire. The Crossley Heath School is working very closely with Park Lane Learning Trust to open up further learning opportunities for the students there. Shared staffing, mentoring schemes, joint projects, mixed sporting opportunities, new friendships and rising… read more … about Students benefit as schools join forces>>
Young people looked after by Calderdale Council and those leaving care could be given more apprenticeship and work experience opportunities if proposals are approved by Cabinet on Monday 15 June. Under the proposals, the youngsters would secure placements with the Council in areas that they are keen to work in, giving them a stepping stone… read more … about Proposed apprenticeship boost for children in care>>
During Foster Care Fortnight (Monday 1 to Sunday 14 June 2015) Calderdale Council is stepping up its campaign to recruit more foster carers. More than 200 people have asked about becoming fosterers in the last 12 months and the Council has recruited over 70 new carers since launching the campaign in 2012. That’s a great… read more … about Change lives, be a foster carer>>
All taxi drivers and private hire licence holders in Calderdale will receive compulsory training on spotting and reporting signs of child sexual exploitation (CSE). Calderdale Council took the decision on the recommendation of its Licensing and Regulatory Committee. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Cllr Marcus Thompson said: “Safeguarding people is everyone’s business. As taxi… read more … about Taxi driver test helps keep kids safe>>
Calderdale Safeguarding Children Board (CSCB) has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award thanks to its work to protect vulnerable children from sexual exploitation, trafficking and going missing. The Board is one of the finalists in the Children’s Services category of the MJ Local Government Achievement Awards. Richard Burrows, Chair of the Calderdale Safeguarding Children… read more … about Work to keep children safe is up for national award>>
Schools in Calderdale are gearing up for the Tour de Yorkshire, with 10 schools in the east of the borough taking part in their own inter-school cycle racing competition on Thursday 30 April and Friday 1 May. Pupils from schools in the ECLC (East Calderdale Learning Community) will come together to battle it out in… read more … about School pedal power>>
Ferocious dragons have been lurking at Bankfield Museum in Halifax for months, but luckily St George is on his way to put an end to their fearsome stay. The Dragons exhibition has been on display since January, and hundreds of visitors have been to Bankfield Museum to explore the fearsome, fiery and friendly dragons and… read more … about St George is on his way to Bankfield>>
Students and their families are saddling up for a day of all things cycling, as Calderdale Council, Brooksbank School and Pedalsport Cycling Club host their first ever track party. The family fun day, funded by the Council, will roll into action at Brooksbank School’s cycle circuit in Elland on Sunday 19 April from 9am to… read more … about Cycling fun day is ready to roll>>
A young person from the Linden Brook short stay respite centre is celebrating after the centre organised for his artwork to go on show in Sowerby Bridge. 17 year old Ashley Challoner has been visiting Linden Brook for three years. The Council- run centre offers short stays for disabled children, giving parents and carers the… read more … about Talented teen’s artistic achievement>>
