Children and Young People

Knowsley parents are being invited to have their say on flu vaccinations for children by completing a short survey.

All Saints Catholic High School in Kirkby has received a “Good” judgement from Ofsted following a two day inspection in…

All those interested in improving the life chances of young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) are invited to two Preparing for Adulthood online workshops.

A range of measures aimed at tackling Child Criminal Exploitation in Knowsley have been agreed by Cabinet.

The Early Help and Prevention Strategy 2021 – 2024, developed to ensure families who need additional support get the right…

From today, the Government has launched a campaign, Stop Abuse Together, which aims to help to keep children safe from…

If you have a child with SEND Knowsley Council would like your views on services.

With the start of a new year and a new school term, children and families are being encouraged to achieve…

More financial support is coming to families whose children are eligible for free school meals.

Care leavers in Knowsley are receiving Christmas hampers created especially for them thanks to Foster Carers in Knowsley.

Knowsley Council has been awarded £1.9m from the Government’s Household Support Fund which was established to support vulnerable households with…

Help to keep eligible residents warm, safe and healthy over the winter months.

Knowsley Council will retain its ‘Requires Improvement’ judgement following a recent Ofsted Inspection of Children’s Services.

Two of the borough’s primary schools have been given ‘good’ Ofsted reports.

Primary school children in Kirkby have contributed to a special piece of artwork welcoming visitors to the Town Centre. The…

A member of staff who plays an “integral role” in life at Plantation Primary in Halewood was an award winner this year.

Congratulations to Plantation Primary in Halewood, which is shortlisted in this year’s awards.

Find out more about your rights as an unpaid carer and the practical support available this Carers Rights Day, 25 November.

Knowsley Primary School pupils shine in new music video Pupils at St John Fisher Catholic Primary School in Prescot have…

Last year, funding was secured to support children’s mental health in schools. With the challenges faced throughout the pandemic, including…

A new outdoor learning space has been opened adjacent to Kirkby Church of England Primary School with the support of…

This week people and organisations dedicated to community safety in Knowsley came together to address the issue of violent crime…

Members of the Council’s Climate Emergency Scrutiny Committee recently attended a meeting of the borough’s Youth Cabinet to gain their…

With rates across Knowsley continuing to rise, and a number of seasonal illnesses in circulation, we’re urging parents and carers…

During the Halloween and Bonfire period Knowsley Council and key partners including Merseyside Police are emphasising the ‘No More’ message…

If you’re looking for kids’ activities this autumn half term, look no further than our round up of what’s on…

Discover inspiring conversations with brilliant authors with the libraries’ new podcast.

Knowsley children who are eligible for means-tested free school meals will be able to access free school meal vouchers during…

This weekend, on Saturday 16 October, Huyton and Stockbridge Village based groups and organisations came together in an inspirational event…

New strategy to develop children’s speech, language and communication endorsed by Knowsley Cabinet members.

Kirkby Amateur Boxing Club needs public votes to be in line for a share of a £1 million charity fund aimed at supporting under 18s across the UK.

If a child is living with someone for more than 28 days, and they are not a close relative, it may mean they are private fostering.

The Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot hosted a special launch event this week for ‘Open Doors’, a national initiative delivered…

Parents and carers in Knowsley can find out about an innovative, digital mental health support service for children and adults by signing up for a free online event on 13 October.

Today (Friday 1 October) marks the start of Black History Month – an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the…

Parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities are invited to coffee mornings organised by Knowsley Parent Carers Voice and hear about the help available to them.

Knowsley Council is helping to raise awareness of and celebrate the first ever ‘T Level Week’, which is being coordinated…

Primary school teachers, pupils and parents across Knowsley still have time to access a free, interactive website to learn more about air quality and its impact on our communities.

Tiger Tots Nursery in Kirkby is to host a free family day of health and wellbeing. Residents in the local…

Knowsley’s Health Visiting and School Nursing service will be delivered by Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (WCHC) from February 2022.

Over the past 18 months, our education settings have worked incredibly hard to continue to deliver the best possible learning…

Councils across the Liverpool City Region and Cheshire East are set to receive funding to support parents facing continued conflict in their relationships,

Knowsley Council is encouraging all school children to aim for 100% school attendance and put themselves in the best position…

Poster designs by Kirkby primary school children have been incorporated into a special piece of artwork welcoming people to the…

Talented young artist, Nathan Holmes (16) who lives in Whiston has been selected by judges at the Royal Academy of…

Pupils across the borough have been celebrating their results and planning their next steps after collecting GCSE grades this morning.

Tempt children away from the TV, games console or other device this summer with the return of the 10-minute Shake Up – fun, Disney-inspired games to help children get active and keep moving throughout the holidays.

The borough’s libraries are open with most services now available.

With cases of bronchiolitis in children higher than usual for this time of year do you know the symptoms to look out for?

A host of free, fun activities will be available to Knowsley’s children and young people this summer with the return…

Pupils and teachers across Knowsley have been enjoying free pizza parties as an end of term ‘thank you’ from the council’s education and school meals teams.

Knowsley Council is investing £1.5m into new initiatives to support its younger residents into work and training opportunities as part of its COVID-19 recovery programme.

The views and ideas of children and young people are at the heart of a new plan for their future.

As the academic year draws to a close, the Greystone Bridge will be lit in green in recognition the hard…

A package of investments worth almost £2.5m supporting young and older residents have been agreed by Knowsley’s Cabinet.

Young people will have the opportunity to gain experience and qualifications in the construction trade with a new skills project.

A webinar to raise awareness of learning difficulties and disabilities has proven popular to organisations and employers in the region.…

Schools across Kirkby will be holding special ceremonies today (Tuesday 29 June) to celebrate the achievements of pupils. The Kirkby…

GMI Construction together with St Modwen has announced that it has made a donation to Kirkby C of E Primary…

Yew Tree Primary Academy in Halewood has been recognised with two prestigious awards. The school has been awarded the Wellbeing…

Primary school pupils from Kirkby have been using their artistic skills to welcome visitors to the town centre. To celebrate…

The council hopes to encourage all parents and pupils to strive for full attendance at school in order to achieve their full potential.

There are simple things we can all do to reduce air pollution and create a safer environment for our children, families and others.

Knowsley Council are constantly looking at new ways to gather valuable feedback to improve our services. This year, we’re introducing…

Knowsley’s primary schools have been invited to take part in Merseyside Police’s art competition which celebrates Black History Month –…

Play areas at parks in Halewood, Huyton, Kirkby and Whiston will see the arrival of new, state-of-the-art play equipment, thanks to a programme of improvement works currently underway.

Knowsley schools participating in The Daily Mile We all know how important it is to keep active to help to…

This Child Safety Week (7-13 June), Knowsley’s Road Safety is reminding residents of the importance of car seat safety. Car…

Over 60 apprenticeships are currently available to people aged 16 – 24 as part of the Knowsley Apprentice programme. Opportunities…

Pupils from Alt Bridge School in Huyton enjoyed taking part in a creative sign making competition run by Knowsley Council…

Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram, Knowsley Council leader, Cllr Graham Morgan and BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Ngunan Adamu joined students from…

Knowsley’s young people have until this Friday 28th May to put themselves forward to become a Merseyside Police Cadet. Merseyside…

The Children’s Commissioner for England, Dame Rachel de Souza, has launched the largest survey of children ever attempted – “The…

The last year has no doubt been difficult for many people, not least families with children. Parenting can be challenging…

Two members of Knowsley’s Youth Cabinet have been nominated for a prestigious National Diversity Award, which celebrates the achievements and…

Learners from Flourish have been developing their fitness and life skills with the help of a former boxing champ

Sylvester Primary Academy in Huyton has been awarded the Wellbeing Award for Schools. Assessors said wellbeing was an integral part…

A young person with autism says she’s “excited about what the future holds” after securing a full-time job with the…

Knowsley Safeguarding Children Partnership is hosting a week of virtual events to raise awareness of neglect of children and young…

Knowsley’s Youth Justice Partnership, including the Youth Offending Service, has recently undertaken a self-assessment process which has confirmed that the…

Ahead of International Day of Happiness, on 20 March 2021, young people at Vibe have been sending messages of hope…

Primary school children in Kirkby are being offered the chance to have their artwork on display in Kirkby town centre.…

Schools and community groups in Knowsley can find out more about what happens to their recycling by joining free, online ‘Recycling Live’ sessions run by Veolia’s Recycling Materials Recovery Facility.

If you have a baby, toddler or pre-schooler, discover fun activities which can help boost their early language and communications skills.

Parents across Knowsley are to receive a letter reminding them of the importance of completing Census 2021. The letter to…

Partners in Knowsley and St Helens have come together to secure £753,000 of funding to support children’s mental health in…

Knowsley Council is launching the latest recruitment round for aspiring social workers to join the 14-month ‘Step Up to Social Work’ programme.

As we approach the first step in the Government’s roadmap to lifting lockdown restrictions, with schools opening to all pupils…

The council hopes to break down barriers and encourage more people who identify as LGBT+ to consider fostering or adoption.

Adoption is about providing a loving, safe and stable home and LGBT+ people are being encouraged to consider whether adoption might be right for them.

Young people have created an animation to help others who may be feeling anxious due to Covid-19

Advice to help keep your children safe from the potential hazards of blind cords.

Protecting and keeping children in Knowsley safe is at the heart of a week bringing together agencies who support children, young people and families across the borough

Five Knowsley schools were among those recognised at a virtual awards evening which took place on Friday, 29 January.

Award acknowledges children and young people in Knowsley’s care are at the centre of services which affect their lives

With Knowsley currently having one of the highest Covid-19 infection rates in the country, peaking at over 1,400 cases per…

Advice to help keep your children safe from the potential hazards of button batteries

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet agreed recommendations from the Children’s Scrutiny Committee following a review of Early Help and Parental Support in the borough.

Knowsley Council’s Kirkby Gallery has teamed up with Knowsley Safari to provide a new series of virtual learning sessions led…

Festive wishes have been sent to every school child in Knowsley, with a Christmas card from The Shakespeare North Playhouse.