Children and families





Have your say on PlayZones in Hull

Hull City Council is seeking the views of residents to understand the community need and requirements for PlayZones in the city.

The PlayZone Programme is a new, exciting investment programme … More


Hull Fostering - Why Do Children Need Foster Homes?

Why Do Children Need Foster Families?

Every child's journey into foster care is unique and deeply personal and there are many reasons why families can not stay living together. A number of councils have contributed towards this short video explaining on brother and sisters experienc

Hull Fostering Top 10 Promise

Hull Fostering Top 10 Promise

Having this Top 10 Promise is one of the many ways Hull Fostering promise to keep our children in care and our carers at the heart of all we do.

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Thank You Janet and Clive

Janet and Clive are now in their 40th year of fostering children in Hull and can remember the name of all the 40 children and young people they have ever looked after.

Hull Fostering Childrens Social Services Ofsted Report 13th January 2023

Offering the Best Start in Life

Superstition surrounding Friday 13th means that many people regard today as unlucky, so learning Hull’s children’s services Ofsted report would be released today, Friday 13th January, it was not unreasonable to think this was a sign of bad news coming our way. However, we did not need to worry, thanks to the significant changes Hull’s children’s services have made in the last three years our latest Ofsted inspection found the service is no longer Inadequate.




Christmas 2022 Hull Mental Health Andys Man Club Cost of Living Crisis Fostering Help Advice Support Group Hull City Council

Looking After Yourself at Christmas

Although we have a lot to look forward to, Christmas this year is going to be tough for many of us.

We might be worried about money, missing people who … More






Pearson Park bandstand with Christmas lights

Christmas arrives at Pearson Park this weekend

Victorian carol singers, festive live music and real reindeer will visit Pearson Park this Saturday (10 December) as the park’s Christmas event takes place.

From 11am until 3pm the park … More



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Free festive fun at Trinity Market

Hull families looking for some free festive fun can enjoy a host of events over the next two weekends.

Trinity Market, Trinity Square, Hepworth Arcade and Hull Minster, supported by … More


Hull’s new Young Mayor is selected

Young People in Hull have selected the city’s fourth Young Mayor.

Amaya Newman from Ron Dearing UTC was appointed following a selection day attended by 16 young people. The young … More








Michele Priest Interview Head of Hull City Council Hull Fostering and Adoption Look North BBC

Hull Fostering on BBC Look North 14th November

Head of Hull City Council's Hull Fostering, Michele Priest was interviewed by Peter Levy on BBC Look North this week. Prepare to feel warm and fuzzy after watching this.



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