Education and Learning

View article Council launches ‘Tea and Chat’ to support school attendance

Council launches ‘Tea and Chat’ to support school attendance

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 […]

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View article School uniform grant increased by Hull City Council – 1000+ pupils to benefit

School uniform grant increased by Hull City Council – 1000+ pupils to benefit

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 […]

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View article Apply for this autumn’s Skills Bootcamps

Apply for this autumn’s Skills Bootcamps

Businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire wishing to upskill existing staff or train new employees, as well as individuals aiming to further their careers, are invited to apply for the next phase of Skills Bootcamps. Individuals can access fully funded courses available in Logistics and Warehousing, Tax Basics AAT L4 and Certificates in Bookkeeping Level […]

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View article Hull’s Santa Squad boosted by donation from Council

Hull’s Santa Squad boosted by donation from Council

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 […]

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View article HTAE boosts skills success in Hull

HTAE boosts skills success in Hull

Learners are being urged to act fast, as places are now available for courses starting during September Adults across Hull are boosting their job prospects thanks to help from Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE). The success of learners who’ve attained vital knowledge of functional skills is being celebrated, with adults of all ages able […]

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View article Hull marks Slavery Remembrance Day

Hull marks Slavery Remembrance Day

The Lord Mayor will help mark Slavery Remembrance Day by attending events in Hull on Saturday 23 August. The Hull Slavery Remembrance Day Partnership has organised a commemoration at Wilberforce House, which will take place in the museum’s Mandela Gardens. Meanwhile, the Lord Mayor will officially open a gathering at the Hull Afro Caribbean Community […]

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View article New Hull Training and Adult Education website launched

New Hull Training and Adult Education website launched

Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) has launched its new website. This modern, streamlined platform is designed to provide a greatly improved user experience for learners, employers and service providers alike. The new site features a clean and concise layout, making it easier than ever to navigate and find key information. All course details are […]

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View article Unforgettable overseas experience for Hull learners

Unforgettable overseas experience for Hull learners

Hull Training and Adult Education learners are about to embark on a truly unforgettable overseas adventure. A total of 30 learners will jet off for two weeks in February 2026 for hands-on learning through work experience placements as part of their educational journey, as well as sampling cultural experiences to provide real-world insights to help […]

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View article Hull’s Young MPs help set direction for UK Youth Parliament

Hull’s Young MPs help set direction for UK Youth Parliament

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 […]

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View article Hull climate education programme expanded to primary schools to inspire next generation

Hull climate education programme expanded to primary schools to inspire next generation

A successful climate education programme is being expanded to primary schools so more Hull students can become sustainability changemakers. Oh Yes! Net Zero’s Climate Changemakers initiative has already inspired hundreds of secondary school students to take action against climate change. Research has shown that young people are more conscious than ever before about climate change […]

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