West Yorkshire Police are urging parents and carers to check the security settings on smart phones, laptops and games consoles are enabled, to help protect youngsters when they go online. As part of the ongoing ‘Know the Signs’ campaign, West Yorkshire Police has produced a number of easy to read guides which explain how to… read more … about Keep kids safe and secure online>>
On Thursday, two inspirational school cooks, from Halifax and Sweden, will join forces to share ideas about their innovative approach to school food, as part of a two day international exchange. Hosts, Ravenscliffe High School, have a fantastic food culture, and as a Food for Life Partnership (FFLP) gold school, are leading the way for… read more … about Innovative school cooks arrange international exchange after sharing recipes on twitter>>
Calderdale Council’s Principal Educational Psychologist Min O’Hara has been honoured by the British Psychological Society Division of Educational and Child Psychology (DECP) for his “Distinguished Contribution to Educational and Child Psychology”, as a result of his outstanding work. This prestigious award was presented by Educational Psychologist Dr Charmian Hobbs, at the annual DECP conference. In… read more … about A win for Min>>
It’s a great start to 2015 for two Calderdale primary schools, who have won extra funding from the Department for Education for being among the country’s top achievers in the progress of disadvantaged pupils. New Road Primary School and Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy in Sowerby Bridge have qualified for the 2015 Pupil Premium Awards… read more … about Helping children achieve their best>>
A swashbuckling exhibition of pirates, treasure and adventure featuring original drawings from Pirates ‘n’ Pistols, the award winning children’s book by Chris Mould is now on display at Smith Art Gallery in Brighouse. A treasure chest full of Chris Mould’s fabulous and colourful, original drawings has arrived at the Brighouse gallery after a successful run… read more … about Pirates are coming to Brighouse>>
Residents in Calderdale are being asked to spare some time to help transform young people’s lives. Calderdale Council is looking for volunteers to support its work with children and young people in a range of services aimed at giving them the best possible start in life. Whether it’s helping out at a youth club, befriending… read more … about Volunteer and make a difference>>
Changes to the way vulnerable children and their families are supported will be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on Monday 17 November 2014. The Council’s ‘Safe, Successful Families’ project has proposed the introduction of ‘systemic practice’ which will change the way that children’s social workers provide their services. Systemic practice uses small teams of social… read more … about Council decides if systemic practice makes perfect>>
Parents with children who are due to transfer to secondary school in September 2015 are being reminded to complete their applications online by Friday 31 October 2014. Failure to submit an online application before the deadline could mean that your child is not offered a school of preference. Calderdale Council co-ordinates admissions to all maintained… read more … about Time is running out to apply for secondary school places>>
Finding something to do with the kids over the half term holidays isn’t easy, especially when the weather is so changeable, but Bankfield Museum in Halifax has plenty on offer whatever the weather. On Saturday 25 October the Museum is hosting a free First World War themed family day, with activities, craft and live performance…. read more … about Half term activities at Bankfield Museum>>
