Children and Young People

More schools in Knowsley are now open for educational purposes for targeted year groups and all schools have remained open…

BBC’s The One Show and The Shakespeare North Playhouse announce new children’s playwriting competition backed by actress Dame Judi Dench and writer Frank Cottrell Boyce.

Young people in Knowsley are being given the opportunity to have their say on services and facilities available to them…

Knowsley Council is welcoming news that the Government has now agreed to fund the cost of free school meals during the forthcoming school summer holidays.

Children and young people who usually attend Knowsley’s Short Breaks Service are joining in with a range of exciting activities online.

We’re highlighting the range of support available to help mums in Knowsley breastfeed during lockdown as part of Breastfeeding Celebration Week

Our roads – and how we use them – have changed lately – but the importance of teaching children basic road safety remains the same. Find out more.

A statement on the re-opening of schools in Knowsley.

Eligible children in Knowsley will receive vouchers for free school meals during half term, after Knowsley Council put pressure on Government to fund it.

Knowsley Council’s Green Spaces team have come up with some ideas to help us stay connected with nature from the comfort our own homes.

Is your family eligible for help from a new £37m fund for low-income families with seriously ill or disabled children.

Knowsley Council has moved to clarify the situation regarding the potential re-opening of schools in the borough.

With parents and carers juggling work and home schooling, the borough’s schools have come together to share some useful tips and advice.

Does your child have a fantastic teacher? Take part in this national campaign and let them know they’ve made a difference!

Practical help for parents and carers whose children are affected by bereavement during these difficult times.

This Foster Care Fortnight Knowsley’s Fostering Service is asking people to think about whether this rewarding role might be right for them.

As Knowsley moves to adopt the national free school meals eligibility system families are urged to check and apply so they don’t miss out on means tested free school meals.

Adoption in Merseyside (AiM) funding will provide additional support for adoptive families during these challenging times.

Families urged to check if they might be eligible for means tested free school meals support.

VE Day 75th anniversary events will be scaled back due to the ongoing pandemic but there are still plenty of ways you can mark the special day at home.

The #StreetSmiles campaign is calling on people to create a ‘smiling sun’ and display it in their windows, brightening the day of the refuse collectors and other key waste and recycling workers.

At this challenging time, everyone is being asked to be even more vigilant and to report any concerns they may have about possible child abuse.  

New online learning resources are available – plus, the Government is promising equipment to help disadvantaged pupils access the internet.

At this time, with many families at home together and parents trying to juggle work, childcare and home schooling, a “hints and top tips” document has been produced for parents / carers to help them through this challenging time.

Knowsley Library Service has been busy sourcing a whole range of FREE online resources to help you keep your children entertained and learning while staying at home.

Knowsley’s very own Rainbow of Hope is available to download and colour in to help you spread more cheer among your community.

Knowsley Council is reiterating Merseyside Police’s advice on how to keep children safe online during the coronavirus pandemic.

Information to help children understand what coronavirus is has been produced.

As Regional Adoption Agency, Adoption in Merseyside (AiM), reaches its second anniversary it’s appealing for anyone who could give a child the security of a forever home to get in touch.

Knowsley Public Health has updated its 10 Ways to Wellbeing advice to help you and your family look after your mental health and wellbeing whilst staying at home.

Keeping teenage children entertained and explaining the importance of social distancing can be difficult – here are some tips to help parents.

Knowsley Council has introduced a new voucher scheme for Knowsley school children who receive free school meals.

 If you want to make a difference to children and young people in Knowsley our fostering team is still available to answer any of your questions.

Today Merseyside’s Violence Reduction Partnership has launched a campaign that’s asking the public to keep their ‘EYES OPEN’ to the…

Wednesday, 18 March is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day, highlighting issues around child sexual and criminal exploitation.

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School in Halewood is latest Knowsley primary school to receive a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following a recent inspection.

Following the publication of two recent Ofsted reports, Knowsley Council has confirmed that positive changes have already been made to tackle issues identified at two of the council’s children’s homes.

If you are looking for information on organisations and services offering advice and/or support for children and young people under…

Do you have a view on the services offered by the Inclusion Service? Let them know how they can improve.

The Huyton high school has been recognised for its inclusive practice and ongoing commitment to developing educational inclusion.

Come along and find out about all the services and local groups that can support your child with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.

Children at Evelyn Primary School in Prescot, recently found out about potential careers at an aspirations day.

Come and find out more about the services that can support children with special educational needs and / or disabilities in Knowsley, as well as parents and carers.

Head down to your local Knowsley library over the half term holidays for free, fun children’s activities.

Yet another Knowsley School has retained its ‘Good’ rating during their latest Ofsted inspection. Millbrook Community Primary School in Kirkby…

Young people from across Knowsley came together for the first Knowsley Schools Climate Change Summit, following the borough’s declaration of a Climate Change Emergency.

‘The Kirkby Child’ is a model made up of core values and skills that are important to pupils in Kirkby and are what all pupils can work towards in and out of school.

Congratulations to staff, parents and pupils as the school retains top grading from inspectors.

Knowsley’s Director of Public Health has published a new report – Keeping Knowsley Active – on the importance of leading…

All superheroes need a name and school children in Knowsley are being given the chance to help name the region’s…

Hope Primary School in Huyton is the second primary school in Knowsley this month that has retained its ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection rating.

Northwood Community Primary School in Kirkby has maintained its ‘Good’ Ofsted judgement, following an inspection last month.

Children in Knowsley have been celebrating completing ‘Arts Award Explore’, a national qualification involving a series of fun storytelling and bookmaking workshops.

Pupils and staff at Halewood Church of England Primary School are celebrating after topping the Department for Education’s table for Key Stage 2 SAT results.

More than 350 children performed in this year’s Shakespeare Schools Festival, the world’s largest youth drama festival.

An exhibition of the winning photographs entered into Knowsley’s Year of the Environment Secondary Schools Photographic Competition is being staged at venues across the borough.             

Parents of babies who haven’t yet had a 12-month developmental check with their health visitor can now do this at their local Knowsley children’s centre.

Year 10 pupils were able to find out about the potential career prospects available in the build environment sector when construction company Kier visited their school.

A landlord is appealing for young people in Stockbridge Village who are passionate about making a difference where they live to get involved with its new community project.

Find out more about how the Lee Cooper Foundation is working with young people to improve mental health in Knowsley.

Sylvester Primary Academy in Huyton has maintained its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following an inspection last month.

St Mark’s in Halewood has retained its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating meaning 88% of the borough’s primary schools are now rated as ‘Good’ or above.

Congratulations to St John Fisher Catholic Primary School in Knowsley Village – the first school in the borough to achieve the prestigious Wellbeing Award.

Congratulations to the four Knowsley schools who were recognised at a prestigious ceremony last night. 

Another primary school in Knowsley has secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating – the second this month.

Congratulations to this Stockbridge Village primary which has recieved a very positive Ofsted report, moving it up to a rating of ‘Good’.

Female tech experts of the future are being encouraged to aim high thanks to a new project working with students at Kirkby High School. 

Over 350 children from 15 schools in Knowsley are performing in Shakespeare Schools Festival 2019.

More than 100 pupils from schools across Kirkby will be recognised for their excellence attendance at a celebration event this week.

Twelve students from All Saints High School have joined Knowsley’s first Fire Cadet Unit. The scheme, which began last month, has already made a positive impact on the young people’s lives.

A play created by a group of young people from Knowsley explores the difficult issue of knife crime.

Knowsley’s new ‘deal’ means additional support for families who foster, including an increase in the available training, support and long service awards on offer.

Kirkby’s Tower Hill Community Centre is looking for the next big star of the stage for its brand new Showstoppers…

Apprenticeships are creating opportunities for thousands of young people in Knowsley – and local businesses are feeling the benefit too.

Knowsley’s Youth Offending Team has been awarded for the positive way in which it works with young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Pupils across the borough have been finding out their GCSE results today – with many success stories being celebrated in our local high schools.

Parents knows it can be a challenge to encourage the children away from the TV, games console or other device. But now help is at hand with the return of the 10 Minute Shake Up campaign from Change4Life!

If you’re looking for ideas to help you keep the children entertained over the school summer holidays check out all the fantastic free activities in Knowsley’s libraries.

Schools in Knowsley are looking ahead positively to their next steps after the borough’s Education Commission produced its final report.

The results are in – and primary schools across Knowsley are celebrating another rise in performance at Key Stage 2.

If you have a baby or pre-schooler, this new campaign aims to help you with fun activities to boost their early literacy and communications skills.

Under the Children and Social Work Act 2017, the Knowsley Safeguarding Children’s Board (the local strategic children’s board) will be replaced with the Knowsley Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (the local safeguarding partners).

St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School in Kirkby has secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating with inspectors stating the school is “going…

Roby Park Primary School in Huyton has recently undergone a transformation in the last two years, moving from ‘Requires Improvement’…

The Knowsley Education Awards recognised inspirational teachers, high achieving pupils, good governors and strong leadership in our schools.

Working families are being urged not to miss out on the 30 hours free childcare that they may be entitled…

An ambitious attitude and rising standards mean Lord Derby Academy in Huyton is becoming the “school of choice” for local parents, say Ofsted.

A specialist Knowsley infant bonding service has been recognised as a ‘rare jewel’.

Over the past year, pupils in Knowsley have been taking part in a brilliant challenge to encourage them to walk to school.

Now that the festival season is almost here, Knowsley’s Public Health team is advising young festival goers to make sure…

Since launching in June 2018, Great Emerging Marvellous (GEM) Places has showcased an array of cultural events and activities in Knowsley’s libraries.  GEM Places aims to give more people access to art and culture in local libraries. 

Supported Internship student, Kelsey, enjoyed an exclusive night at the Manchester Arena this weekend after becoming the lucky winner of…

All Saints Catholic High School in Kirkby has ‘not stood still’ since its last Ofsted inspection, according to inspectors who…

Comics Youth CIC has been working with a group of children looked after (who are in the care of the…

Merseyside Junior Mentoring works with children aged five to 11 who are experiencing difficulties which could be having a negative impact on their learning, confidence and social skills.

This Foster Care Fortnight Knowsley’s Fostering Service is asking people to think about the change foster care can make to a child’s future.

Children from St Mary & St Pauls C of E Primary, Prescot have been busy creating work to go on display at the Elizabethan Fayre on Saturday (4 May).

Young people aged five to 16 can take up the opportunity to learn how to ride a bike safely, and enjoy cycling in a safe environment with qualified coaches at Liverpool Century Road Club.

Congratulations to Knowsley and St Helens U13s, who are ESFA North West League Champions… months after they thought they had played their last game together.

More children and young people in foster care in Knowsley are being placed with carers working directly for the council, thanks to an increase in new foster carer registrations.