Children and Young People

Community arts organisation Heart of Glass, in collaboration with Homotopia, has unveiled a new mural at Prescot train station. The …

Evelyn Community Primary School in Prescot is celebrating its Golden Anniversary this year. The school first opened its doors on …

This World Antimicrobial Awareness Week residents are reminded about the safe use and disposal of antibiotics.

`Knowsley Council has been awarded the Bronze Investing in Children Membership Award. The Investing in Children Membership Award is unique …

St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary is the latest school in the borough to be named as a School of …

To raise awareness of the impact of bullying and support National Anti-Bullying Week, schools across Knowsley have been holding events …

A Knowsley primary school has been honoured at the Educate Awards after being crowned winner of the Community Partnership Award. …

Helping young people discover more about careers in the creative industries.

An update was shared at the Schools Forum meeting on Thursday 16 November 2023.

A number of students have shared their experiences of studying at Knowsley Community College and what their results day success …

An appeal has gone out to residents to support Knowsley’s Sharing Santa Appeal.

Anti-Bullying Week is an annual event in the UK that aims to raise awareness about the bullying of children and …

Register now for AiM’s next adoption online information event.

The number of 16–18-year-olds not in education, employment or training (NEET) in Knowsley continues to improve following the release of …

At a recent Children Scrutiny Meeting, Knowsley Council’s Early Help and Children’s Social Care Team reported on the success of …

Knowsley Youth Offending Service [YOS] works with children and their parents/carers to find ways to stop their offending and make …

Knowsley Council is working with Knowsley Community College to support young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) …

Grants of up to £5,000 have been awarded from the council’s Youth Community Fund and Short Break Small Grant Programme.

Children and young people can access FREE activities across Knowsley during the forthcoming half term. The Knowsley SNAP programme will …

Many people have been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, but do you know what it is and what challenges people with …

A new film commissioned by local authorities across the country highlights that we all have the potential to make a …

More than 4,000 young people will be able to enjoy safe, engaging activities this Halloween and Bonfire Night, thanks to …

The awards showcase the work of schools and colleges which are delivering outstanding education and helping students achieve their full …

At a full council meeting on Wednesday 18 October, a notice of motion was endorsed to expand Knowsley Council’s list …

Knowsley school admissions deadlines and information Parents and carers can now apply for primary school and secondary school places for …

A new and improved Local Offer for Knowsley’s Care Experienced Young People was launched at a special event on Tuesday …

The Knowsley Family Hub opened its doors to the community on Monday 4 September 2023 at The Pride Centre in …

Improvement plans for Jubilee Park have been updated following public consultation.

If you can provide love, time and commitment to a child then the chances are you can adopt.

October is Black History Month, an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the many contributions made by black people in Britain …

Members of staff at the Amazon fulfilment centre in Kirkby have visited a local school to help revamp its sensory …

Knowsley 0-25 Service annual report has been published.

Funding from Section 106 grant funding agreements, associated with the 1,237 new homes currently under construction as part of the …

Don’t miss out on the spooktacular half term events at parks and community venues across Knowsley.

The ‘Haunting of Mill Dam’ is a free interactive Halloween-themed guided trail at Mill Dam Park on 28 October.

Growing up in a violent home and witnessing domestic abuse can have a damaging impact on the development of children …

Doing little things regularly can add up to make a big difference to our mental health.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has approved a new Learning and Skills Strategy (2023-2027) that sets out the Council’s ambition to offer …

Blacklow Brow School making a commitment to support pupils to eat well and be physically active.

Continuing with our feature to profile different careers to help children and young make important decisions about their future career, …

Lord Derby Academy in Huyton has been judged to be “Good” by Ofsted following an inspection on 27 and 28 …

Knowsley Youth Offending Service (YOS) reported a number of achievements at a meeting of The Children and Families Board. The …

Continuing with our feature to profile different careers to help children and young make important decisions about their future career, …

The Knowsley Apprentice programme has recently recruited 70 young people into a range of Apprenticeship vacancies across the Borough. In …

The Huyton school was judged to be “good” in all areas.

The Knowsley Children and Families Board (on 26 September 2023) received an update tonight on the progress being made against …

Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School has retained its “Good” Ofsted judgement.

Halsnead Primary School in Whiston has been judged to be “Good” by Ofsted following an inspection carried out on 3 …

“Babies cry, you can cope!” is the message from NHS, local authorities, and healthcare organisations across the country who have …

Children aged seven to 17 who are bereaved by suicide are being invited to join the next intake of ‘Alfie’s …

The Knowsley Family Hub opened its doors to the community on Monday 4 September 2023 at The Pride Centre in …

Bluebell Park Schook in Kirkby has retained it’s Good Ofsted judgement following a two-day inspection carried out in July. Bluebell …

Jonathan Jones has been appointed as Knowsley Council’s Executive Director (Children’s Services), and will take up the post in January …

IntoUniversity is coming to Knowsley, providing educational support and development opportunities for 7 to 18 year olds.

Merseyside Police have joined forces with the NSPCC’s Childline service to support young people in crisis. The initiative, which is …

The Family Hub provides services that help give expectant parents and babies a great start to life and supporting parents …

Charities and community groups across Merseyside can now apply for a share of a £200,000 funding pot designed to prevent …

The issue of RAAC in school buildings is in the national media – here’s an update on the situation in …

Knowsley’s Road Safety team has launched a new campaign to highlight the dangers of crossing a road in front of …

As we start a new academic year, children and young people are encouraged to have 100% school attendance and make …

Free football sessions in Prescot this summer has given local young people an opportunity to learn about teamwork and to …

Congratulations to all the young people in Knowsley who have been collecting GCSE results this morning.

Schoolchildren have featured in a poignant video to remind people about the power of community spirit following the tragic murder …

Across all subjects, a significant proportion of students have attained the highest Distinction/Distinction * and A/B grades.

Young people in Knowsley collected their A Level, T Level, BTEC and other results on Thursday, 17 August 2023.

Young people across Knowsley are collecting their A Level, BTEC, T Level and other results today. 

Continuing with our feature to profile different careers to help children and young make important decisions about their future career, …

Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has announced a further £50,000 pot of funding from the Youth Diversion Fund to keep thousands of …

Knowsley is one of 75 local authority areas to benefit from a share of the Government’s £301.75m Family Hubs and …

Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of careers, from Electrical Engineer, Joiner, Plumber and Plasterer to Planning Officer, Accountant, …

The Food Standards Agency has issued new guidance on slush-ice drinks, advising that they should not be sold to children …

Bowring Park has celebrated the opening of its new junior play area

Knowsley residents have a vital role to play in helping to tackle anti-social behaviour and criminal behaviour across the borough. …

Continuing with our feature to profile different careers to help children and young make important decisions about their future career, …

There are lots of free, fun activities at parks across Knowsley this summer.

Knowsley Council’s Children’s Scrutiny Committee on 20 July 2023 received an update on children in the Youth Justice System.

A recent independent review of Knowsley’s adult and children’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) has noted significant strengths in work and …

If you didn’t get the grades you had hoped for, it can be very difficult and might mean that your …

The summer holidays are officially here! If you’re looking for ways to fill the next six weeks look no further …

Foster carers working for Knowsley Council are to receive an increase in their payments, in recognition of the fantastic job …

The campaign will offer important safety tips to all dog owners in Merseyside about looking after their pet, especially around …

Young people across Knowsley will be waking up to their A-Level results on Thursday 17 August and while many will …

A Knowsley CCTV Operative who joined the Council’s Supported Internship Programme in 2016 will be taking on the role as …

The National Autistic Society has awarded Alt Bridge School Autism Accreditation.

Children and young people across Knowsley can once again look forward to a range of FREE healthy activities throughout the …

Deciding what to do when you leave school is an important decision. You may take up an Apprenticeship opportunity or …

A guide to help families prepare their child for safe and independent travel.

Team work and the spirit of ‘Knowsley Better Together’ all kicked in to save the day when a mysterious hole …

A Kirkby primary school has received a £3,000 donation from the team at the Amazon delivery station in Knowsley. During …

Knowsley residents are being encouraged to be alert, aware and safe around dogs as part of Royal Mail’s Dog Awareness …

Major schemes of work will improve facilities at a number of community primary schools and special schools.

Continuing with our feature to profile different careers to help children and young make important decisions about their future career, …

Eight vacancies are currently available to become a School Crossing Patrol Officer in Knowsley. Vacancies will remain open to applications …

If your child will be off school due to industrial action by the teaching unions during July, why not take …

Staying Close provides extra support for young people leaving care.

Key Stage 2 pupils at Millbrook Primary School took part in the Primary Future Jigsaw Jobs competition earlier this year …

Adoption in Merseyside has joined the drive to find forever families for the children waiting the longest to be adopted.

Over 50 apprenticeship vacancies are now live as part of the popular Knowsley Apprentice programme.

The local community in Huyton has come together to remember Olivia Pratt Korbel on what would have been her 10th …

A local primary school in Knowsley is celebrating another big year of achievement and award success. Ofsted rating In January, …