Every child in Hull to be connected and stay connected
Hull City Council’s ambition that every child in the city is connected has moved a big step forward as local food company Cranswick donates 1156 laptops to children in the … More
Education and Learning
Inspiring Hull women celebrated as part of Hull Women’s Week
Hull Women’s Week will celebrate International Women’s Day and the contribution of women living and working in our local community.
Starting on Monday 8 March, International Women’s Day, female role … More
More than 3,000 children receive secondary school place offer
Today, parents of children starting secondary school in Hull in September will be offered a school place.
More than 3,000 11-year-olds will be offered a place at one of the … More
Schools in Hull prepare for full re-opening
Primary schools, secondary schools, special schools and colleges will open to all pupils from Monday 8 March.
Primary school pupils will all return on Monday 8 March, and secondary and … More
Hull school chosen as region’s Teaching School Hub
St Mary’s College has been selected by the Department for Education to be a Teaching School Hub, providing school leader and teacher training and development for the region’s teachers.
The … More
Join Hull Libraries and special guests for free online half term fun
Families are invited to join Hull Libraries and their special guests in a range of activities to enjoy from the comfort of home this half term.
Learn new skills and … More
Young artists to take centre stage at Ferens Junior Open
Hundreds of talented young artists will be showcased this weekend at the Ferens Junior Open.
The annual Junior Open, taking place online for the first time, launches on Friday 12 … More
Magical Museums activity booklet and digital programme created to support families during lockdown
Hull Museums and the Ferens Art Gallery have teamed up with a local artist to create a free family activity booklet packed with fun and exciting crafts and activities to … More
HeadStart Hull encourages young people to access support during children’s mental health week
This week is Children’s Mental Health Week, and HeadStart Hull is using the week to highlight the resources and support available to children and young people in Hull.
Gail Teasdale, … More
Grab your wands and broomsticks for magical Harry Potter Night
Young wizards, witches and muggles all invited to a magical Harry Potter Night tomorrow (Thursday 4 February).
The Hull Libraries team has been working hard to bring the magic of … More
National Storytelling Week to explore rich history of Whitefriargate
To celebrate National Storytelling Week, Hull Libraries and Hull City Council are sharing some of the special memories people have of Whitefriargate in a series of oral history interviews.
The … More
Shortlist for James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2021 announced
The shortlist for the 14th James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award has been announced.
This year’s shortlist features ten varied titles, from fantasy to realism, featuring books that respond to … More
Free school meal vouchers will continue over February half term
Children who live in Hull and are currently receiving free school meals will receive food vouchers worth £15 over the February half term week.
During term time all children eligible … More
Young artists invited to showcase talents in Ferens Art Gallery’s Junior Open
The Ferens Junior Open exhibition, an annual highlight of the Ferens calendar, will take place, not once, but twice this year.
The exhibition, which traditionally takes place towards the end … More
Start something new in 2021 with Hull Training and Adult Education
Hull Training and Adult Education have a range of online, free and low cost courses on offer.
During last year’s lockdown many people turned to online learning as a way … More
Hull Libraries support thousands of people through Covid-19 pandemic with ebooks, audiobooks and virtual events
When Hull’s 12 library branches were forced to close in March as part of the national lockdown, Hull Libraries remained open online and saw a surge in requests for digital … More
How Hull schools will operate following Government announcement
Hull schools will be open for vulnerable children and key worker children only, following the Government’s announcement that schools across the country will close to help prevent the spread of … More
Children enjoy festivities across Hull schools
Hull schools are finishing the difficult year with plenty of festive fun for pupils.
Festive events have been adapted, so that children can still enjoy the excitement and magic of … More
Work set to start on new build £8.2million primary school
Construction work is set to begin on a new build £8.2 million primary school, including one of Hull’s first purpose-built bases for young children with autism.
Contracts have been exchanged … More
Children receiving free school meals to be given vouchers for food over Christmas
Children who live in Hull and are currently receiving free school meals will be given vouchers of £15 a week over the Christmas holidays.
Parents of children who receive free … More
Stunning art installations set to feature as part of £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment
The £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment is set to feature a number of permanent art installations that will celebrate and bring to life Hull’s rich maritime past.
The installations, from internationally-renowned … More
Don’t miss free Christmas family workshop this weekend
The festive season is upon us, and this weekend Ferens Art Gallery is hosting a free online festive family workshop in partnership with the Herd Theatre.
Families can sing songs … More
Winning pupil of Christmas card design competition announced
Baiylan Ellerington, age 7, from Gillhill Primary school, has been picked as the winner of the Christmas card design competition by the council’s Chief Executive, Matt Jukes.
Baiylan’s chosen design … More
Could you give the gift of reading this Christmas?
As the festive season arrives, Hull City Council is asking residents to consider if they could give the gift of reading to a child in the city.
The Dolly Parton … More
Proposals to expand city schools to be discussed by Hull City Council
Hull City Council is seeking permission to enter into formal consultation on plans to increase the number of secondary school places in the city.
It is projected that over the … More
Artists team up with Hull Museums for special Christmas treat
Hull Museums is celebrating the run-up to Christmas with a special digital advent calendar.
Hull Museums has teamed up with local artists and the Herd Theatre Company to create a … More
City Learning Partnership stance on flexibility for schools
The City Learning Partnership supports Hull City Council Leader’s letter to the Prime Minister asking for more support, freedom and flexibility for the city.
Love Staying Safe campaign launches
Hull’s Young Mayor, Gabriela Surdyk, has launched Love Staying Safe, a campaign aimed at providing young people with practical tips and advice to stay safe on the streets.
The campaign … More
Dolly Parton scheme extends to all two year olds in Hull
All two year olds in Hull can now receive a free book each month, as the Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme is extended.
The scheme launched in September, with … More
Hull’s library service is remaining open during lockdown
Hull’s library service is continuing to operate during lockdown, however services are limited due to the new government legislation.
The following services are remaining open, but strictly by appointment only … More
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