HTAE Apprentice of the Year goes to… 25th November 2025 Hull Training and Adult Education’s (HTAE) Apprentice of the Year 2025 is Declan Lill. HTAE hosted its annual Learner Awards in Hull’s Guildhall to recognise the contributions and efforts of learners and businesses throughout the year. A total of 16 awards were handed out on the evening, with the main award, HTAE Apprentice of the […] Read more Business Education and Learning News Regeneration Cllr Linda TockDeclan LillHTAEHull Training and Adult Education
Free festive fun thanks to Hull Training and Adult Education 14th November 2025 Families in Hull can get into the Christmas spirit with a series of free festive fun events courtesy of Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE). On Saturday 6 December, step into the magical world of Narnia at Aslan’s Winter Narnia Extravaganza, taking place at The Freedom Centre on Preston Road. Visitors will journey through enchanting, […] Read more Children and families Christmas Education and Learning News Regeneration What's on ChristmasCllr Linda TockHTAEHull Training and Adult Education
‘Proud’ Courtney Top 30 Under 30 winner 7th November 2025 Hull Training and Adult Education’s (HTAE) engagement lead, Courtney Parker, said she was overwhelmed to have been named one of Hull and Humber’s Top 30 Under 30. Courtney, 26, was recognised for her impressive level of success during her 10 years with HTAE, progressing from an apprentice to her current role by being a dedicated […] Read more News Cllr Linda TockCourtney ParkerHTAETop 30 Under 30
Hull Fostering joins premiere of new film highlighting urgent need for foster carers 9th October 2025 Hull Fostering has joined forces with more than 90 local authorities for the simultaneous release of a new short film that highlights an urgent need for more foster carers. ‘The Run’ premiered at 12 noon at Birmingham’s Everyman Cinema and went live online nationwide, marking one of the largest collaborative fostering campaigns ever seen in […] Read more Children and families News Cllr Linda TockFosteringHull Fostering
Hull offers free childcare funding for two-year-olds in low-income families 8th October 2025 Hull City Council is urging eligible families to apply for funding to access free childcare for their two-year-old children. The 2 Year Funding Scheme offers up to 15 hours of early education and childcare for two-year-olds in low-income or non-working households. Councillor Linda Tock, portfolio holder for children’s services, said: “Early education is such an […] Read more Children and families News 2 Year FundingCllr Linda TockEarly education
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
Successful Multiply programme ends after supporting almost 5,000 learners 29th September 2025 Hull City Council’s Multiply programme, aimed at improving adult’s numeracy skills, has come to an end with remarkable success. In three years, it engaged with 4,963 learners and provided them with the opportunity to progress into further learning, increase confidence and gain employment. Multiply, a DfE-funded scheme through UK Shared Prosperity Fund and managed by […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Cllr Linda TockHTAEHull Training & Adult Education ServicesMultiplyUK Shared Prosperity Fund
HTAE apprentice Jazzmin going for national award 19th September 2025 Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) could have its very own national award winner next month. Jazzmin Smith, 21, is a Level 2 Painting and Decorating learner who has secured her place in the national final of the 2025 Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year Competition, taking place in London on Saturday 4 October. Jazzmin impressed […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Cllr Linda TockHTAEJazzmin Smith
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
