Spook-tacular line-up for HTAE’s Halloween workshops 7th October 2025 Families looking for fright-tastically free Halloween events are invited to Hull Training and Adult Education’s (HTAE) seasonal activities this month. A spook-tacular line-up of family-friendly workshops and activities, perfect for children aged four to 11, is being hosted. Halloween family crafting workshops will begin at The Avenues Education Centre on Park Avenue this week, running […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Regeneration What's on Cllr Linda TockHalloweenHTAEHull Training and Adult EducationThe Avenues Adult Education Centre
Free football sessions return for young care leavers 3rd October 2025 ‘Care to Dream’ football sessions will return thanks to Hull and East Riding Leaving Care Teams and the Tigers Trust. The sessions, aimed at young care experienced people aged 16-25 years, will kick-off again next week, joint funded by Room 42 and the St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation. These free sessions are aimed at care […] Read more Children and families News Sport Care Leavers WeekCare to DreamCllr Linda TockCllr Victoria AitkenEast Riding Yorkshire CouncilFootball sessionRoom 42St. James Place Charitable FoundationTigers Trust
More support for SEND pupils at Ganton Special School thanks to council investment 3rd October 2025 A brand-new facility to support additional SEND pupils has opened at Ganton Special School. Two classrooms, two quiet rooms and associated facilities have been installed on-site as part of Hull City Council’s continued commitment to supporting SEND children in Hull. Up to 20 SEND places have been created at Ganton Special School, which will allow […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Linda TockGanton SchoolHull Esteem ConsortiumSewell Construction
Supported Internships applications open for September 2026 30th September 2025 Hull City Council’s Supported Internships team has collaborated with partners to organise a host of upcoming events and information sessions on September 2026 applications. The structured work-based programme is aimed at 16 to 24-year-olds with SEND who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and who want to access the world of work, but may […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Linda TockPrinces QuaySupported InternshipsWilberforce College
Council launches ‘Tea and Chat’ to support school attendance 18th September 2025 Hull City Council, in collaboration NHS partners, is rolling out a series of ‘Tea and Chat’ events aimed at supporting families facing challenges with school attendance. These informal sessions offer a welcoming space for parents, carers and children to access free advice and support around issues such as anxiety, mental health and general wellbeing. With […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News What's on Cllr Linda Tockschool attendanceTea and Chat
School uniform grant increased by Hull City Council – 1000+ pupils to benefit 12th September 2025 Hull City Council has boosted the amount of money eligible families are able to claim to help pay for school uniforms. £50 grants will now be available to support approximately 1,400 Year 7 pupils in the city, up from £40. Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council, said: “We are absolutely aware that we […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Mike Rossschool clothing grant
Hull’s Santa Squad boosted by donation from Council 3rd September 2025 The new school term might just be starting, but Hull’s Santa Squad are already stepping up their work to ensure that no child goes without a Christmas present. The group are benefitting from a donation from Hull City Council, where £1,000 will go towards the purchase of gifts, toiletries and food items. Santa Squad, which […] Read more Children and families Christmas Community and Living Education and Learning News ChristmasCllr Mike RossSanta Squad
Strength in Hull Children’s Services recognised by Ofsted 28th August 2025 The many strengths about the support provided to older children in the care of Hull City Council have been highlighted in a letter published today by the sector’s regulator. Ofsted’s visit to the city in July focused on the services provided to children in care aged between 14 and 18. The full letter can be […] Read more Children and families News Cllr Linda TockOfsted
Summer fun still going strong 20th August 2025 As the summer holidays start to draw to a close, there’s still time to enjoy some of the amazing Healthy Holidays Hull activities on offer. Since schools closed for the break in July, dozens of activities and events have already taken place, from festivals and fun days to sports and drama sessions. Healthy Holidays Hull […] Read more Children and families News
Hull’s Young MPs help set direction for UK Youth Parliament 7th August 2025 Two young people from Hull have represented the city at the annual conference of the UK Youth Parliament. The event at Sussex University in Brighton brought together Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) from across the UK to discuss issues related to young people, as they seek to shape public policy. It provided an opportunity for […] Read more Children and families Civic Council Government and Democracy Education and Learning News Cllr Linda TockHull Young People's ParliamentUK Youth Parliament
Hull tops the table for cycle training for children in England 6th August 2025 Hull has been unveiled as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust. Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,361 children, in total), putting […] Read more Children and families News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelBikeabilityCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull City ArtsThe Bikeability Trust
August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull 5th August 2025 The Hull Bus Alliance is encouraging families and groups of friends to travel by bus this August and save money with the launch of a discounted fare. Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses will be offering the Hull Card Group ticket for just £11, perfect for days out or for those attending the range […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoeast yorkshire busesHull Bus AllianceStagecoach East Midlands
