Budding young authors in Calderdale are being encouraged to show off their creative flair as Calderdale Council launches its own local writing competition to coincide with the BBC’s 500 words contest. BBC Radio 2 has recently launched its national competition to encourage young people to write a fictional story of no more than 500 words,… read more … about Kids get creative with 500 words>>
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>>
Goosey goosey gander, where shall I wander? If you want to catch a glimpse of some exciting new artwork, then Hebden Bridge is the answer, as life-size woven willow goose sculptures have swooped down to Old Gate. It’s thanks to the hard work of young volunteers involved in Calderdale Council’s Community Taskforce, which gives young,… read more … about Youngsters spread their wings to create goose sculptures>>
An army of volunteers will bring the heritage of Todmorden Town Hall to life by teaching people about its fascinating history and inspiring them to play a part in its future. Calderdale Council has been awarded a £45,700 grant to get an exciting new project off the ground, after submitting a bid to the Heritage… read more … about Heritage project will bring Todmorden’s past to life>>
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>>
Schools across Calderdale are enjoying new and improved facilities thanks to a funding boost from Calderdale Council. The schools were a hive of activity over the summer holidays as works took place to spruce them up – from upgraded lighting to brand new classrooms. A few weeks into the new term, students and teachers are… read more … about Sprucing up our schools>>
Calderdale Council is helping local secondary schools to educate pupils aged 13-15 years old about relationships, staying safe and safe sex. Ten out of 14 secondary schools have signed up for the new programme and the remaining schools are in discussions. Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) is already part of the curriculum across all schools… read more … about Schools get the Sex Factor>>
