Children and Young People

Applications for primary and secondary school places for September 2027 intake are open from 12 September 2026. Knowsley residents can …

The Kirkby High School pupils took part in a pioneering new approach to creating literature for young people, which places …

The framework aims to strengthen the connection between children and young people and decision makers, creating clearer and more accessible …

The Best Start in Life Strategy will support the delivery of Knowsley’s Children and Young People’s Plan and the Council’s …

Monkey Town, the European indoor family entertainment brand operated by Dutch leisure group 24 Indoor, has confirmed it will be …

Parents and carers of children in Reception classes and Y6 will shortly be receiving a letter regarding the National Child …

All Saints Catholic High School’s latest Ofsted inspection report shows numerous aspects of the school are judged to be of …

Young people across Merseyside will be challenged to spot the red flags in everyday online interactions as a new youth-led …

Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell has backed calls for domestic abuse-related suicides to be formally recognised in law …

Come along and find out more about becoming a foster carer for Knowsley Council.

A children’s home in Huyton has maintained ‘Good’ Ofsted judgements following a recent inspection.

Bloom Childcare, a new children’s day nursery and out-of- school club has officially opened in Kirkby town centre.

Attending school every day gives children the opportunity to learn, develop new skills, build friendships and take part in the …

Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this …

With a new academic year approaching, young people will start to consider what their next step will be.

Businesses in Kirkby Town Centre have enjoyed a surge in footfall over recent weeks thanks to the Summer of Family …

Knowsley Council’s Family Hubs is working in partnership with The Book Trust on the Reading Rights campaign which aims to …

Pupils across Knowsley were celebrating their GCSE results today. Cllr Sean Donnelly, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People said: “Congratulations …

The class of 2026 have been collecting their GCSE and other exam results in schools across Knowsley this morning. Overall, …

Knowsley Council has been praised for leading the way in our approach to tackling and preventing serious violence and organised …

Knowsley Council is working with schools to tackle some of the emotional issues which lead to poor school attendance.

Finch Woods Play Park in Halewood is now open – thanks to teams from Knowsley Council and its contractors working …

A summer food programme designed to ease the cost of living pressure for families during the current school holiday has …

St Helens College & Knowsley Community College students have shown they are a class act after achieving excellent pass rates …

Young people in Knowsley have been collecting their A Level, T Level, BTEC and other results today – Thursday, 13 …

The visit showcased the successful collaboration between Knowsley’s Family Hubs and BookTrust.

Students across Knowsley are collecting their A Level, BTEC, T Level and other results today. With their results now known, …

Cllr Christine Bannon, Cabinet Member for Health, visited the George Howard Centre in Whiston to show her support for local …

Take a sneak peek into the future, thanks to a new computer-generated fly-through that shows you what to expect from …

A new soft play area and sensory room has been completed at Knowsley Central School in Huyton, in time to …

More than 20,000 adapted oral health packs have now been distributed to children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) …

This summer, the UK Government is helping make family fun more affordable with the Great British Summer Savings campaign. From …

Knowsley Council and community partners across the borough are providing a free lunch over the summer holidays to anyone who …

If you’d like to know more about fostering, come and ask the team at Knowsley Council at one of these …

Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner have launched a major new phase of their Taking Action campaign with a …

A new series of short films highlighting the breastfeeding support available to families across the borough.

 Knowsley Council is continuing its drive to tackle childhood obesity, with a wide-ranging programme of support.

Coram Beanstalk, a national children’s charity with over 50 years’ experience of supporting children to become confident, independent readers, is …

Children and young people can access free swimming at Volair leisure centres during the summer holidays, thanks to funding from …

Knowsley’s Youth Justice Annual Plan has been reviewed by the Council’s Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee. The Annual Plan …

Twelve care experienced young people from Knowsley recently had the opportunity to learn new practical DIY skills as part of …

Occasional smoking adds up and can affect your health and fitness.

World Cup fever came to Kirkby on Saturday 18 July as the town centre hosted a special world-cup themed celebration …

An initiative funded by Knowsley Council and Stronger Communities, delivered by We’ll Care Liverpool CIC in partnership with Knowsley Council’s …

Knowsley Council is working with community partners to ensure that every child who receives Free School Meals can access a …

As part of Knowsley Council’s investment into special education needs and disabilities (SEND) provision, the Lloyd Newcombe Centre has officially …

Many young people (under 25) are now able to access a new meningitis (MenB) vaccine offer until December 2026. The …

Knowsley Lane Primary School in Huyton, part of Vantage Academy CE Trust, has received a positive Ofsted report, including receiving …

Twelve schools in Knowsley (so far!) will be taking part in a once in a lifetime project on 11 September …

Year 11 pupils across the borough are enjoying some well-deserved time off after completing their GCSEs. Many know exactly what …

The Foster4 team are once again hitting the road and will be out and about in the borough to recruit …

The region has become home to the first youth court support service of its kind on mainland Britain, with the …

There’s still time to apply for Free School Meals – the deadline is Friday 28 August 2026. From September 2026, …

If your organisation provides activities, support, or opportunities for young people in Knowsley, you can register with Knowsley Youth Network …

Two five-a-side football teams from Knowsley took part in the Regional Care Leavers Football Tournament.

At the full Council meeting today, Cllr Sean Donnelly, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People proposed a Notice of …

Young people in Knowsley are invited to an event to hear how Knowsley Council is making decisions affecting local young …

Council has today received an update on Knowsley’s Children’s Social Care improvement journey. Services were judged to be inadequate by …

A new video has been launched highlighting the success of Knowsley Council’s Be the Change programme since it launched in …

Five primary schools in Kirkby have raised just over £422 through the national Young Marketeers programme – a programme where …

Local authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside have welcomed confirmation from the Department for Education that Sefton Council will host the …

Knowsley Council is hosting an event for local employers who are interested in engaging with programmes aimed at supporting young …

Knowsley Council is continuing to invest in local education provision for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and …

Children and young people across Knowsley will be able to access funded activities throughout the summer holidays. The Holiday Activities …

Knowsley Council has announced the appointment of three new Directors following recent senior leadership changes. Paul Dalby will take up …

Thousands of young people across Merseyside are set to benefit from a major investment in grassroots projects, as the Youth …

Knowsley’s town centres are buzzing with activity as families enjoy a packed programme of free events throughout the summer.

A pioneering programme supporting vulnerable children in police custody is being expanded across Merseyside following a successful pilot. The Custody …

Huyton with Roby Church of England School in Huyton, part of the Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust, has received a positive …

Plantation Primary School in Halewood, part of the Rowan multi-academy trust, has received its latest Ofsted inspection report which highlights …

Halewood Academy, part of the Wade Deacon Trust, has achieved the “expected standard” in all areas following its latest inspection …

St Luke’s Catholic Primary School in Prescot is meeting the “expected standard” in all areas inspected which are Achievement; Attendance …

The Knowsley Better Together Board has hosted its first annual summit.

Inspirational young people, incredible talents and innovative projects were all celebrated at this year’s Knowsley Education Awards 2026.

Foster carers make a significant difference to the lives of children and young people in Knowsley, helping them to flourish …

Kirkby is set to come to life on 18 July when the town centre will play host to a special …

Young people from Knowsley came together recently to have their say on important developments affecting local young people to help …

Share your views by Friday 17 July.

It’s like extinction never happened at Knowsley Safari this weekend as the attraction welcomes lifelike dinosaurs this Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, and with all …

As a new academic year approaches and pupils move into year 6 in September, it’s time to start to think …

Register now for an adoption online information event.

Knowsley Council is supporting the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s (RLSS UK) Drowning Prevention Week, helping young people stay safe …

The NHS Healthy Start scheme helps families and those who are pregnant to access healthy food, milk and vitamins. If …

Two Knowsley primary schools are celebrating major milestones in promoting healthier lifestyles, after achieving prestigious awards through the borough’s Healthy …

Work to create an exciting new play park for families in Tower Hill, Kirkby will start on site next week. …

Have you considered becoming a foster carer, providing a safe and loving home to a child or children who can’t …

Students from Alt Bridge School, Huyton, have been given a hands-on introduction to the world of construction as part of …

Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) will be visiting Knowsley to inspect the local arrangements for children and young …

One of the key delivery partners for Knowsley Council’s Be the Change project hosted young boxers from around the country for …

This Pride month, Knowsley Council and Foster4 are celebrating the invaluable contribution LGBTQ+ foster carers make to children and young …

Have you considered fostering or would like to find out more? Then pop along to speak to the Foster4 team …

Knowsley’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People is here to answer your most common questions about fostering for Knowsley.

Every children’s home in Knowsley which is run by the council is judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted.

Cabinet today received an update on Knowsley’s Local Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Plan which will be submitted to …

Finch Woods Academy in Halewood has recently received a positive Ofsted report. The school was judged as a ‘Strong Standard’ …

Children from schools across Knowsley will swap the classroom for a pop-up market shop this summer as they sell fresh, …

St Anne’s Catholic Primary School in Huyton has recently received a positive Ofsted report.

St Aidan’s Catholic Primary School in Huyton has achieved a positive Ofsted report following their latest inspection. The school was …

Knowsley Council is re-commissioning a range of short breaks services that will support children with disabilities and their families in …

Monkey Town, the European indoor family entertainment brand operated by Dutch leisure group 24 Indoor, has confirmed that a highly …