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Liverpool City Council

News · 5 April 2022

New partnership to improve education in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council is to invest three-quarters of a million pounds in improving its schools and teachers. The ground-breaking initiative is the first of its kind across the country, and will provide a three-year investment programme in the city’s schools. The new partnership, between Liverpool City Council and education charity Ambition Institute, will see 400

Four teenage girls making heart shapes out of their fingers

News · 1 April 2022

Celebrating young people who #LiveLifeLoveLiverpool

LIVERPOOL City Council is launching a new campaign that will celebrate the children and young people across the city who are making a difference in their communities. #LiveLifeLoveLiverpool will shine a light on the incredible work that young people have committed to in their own time and will also mark their achievements outside of the

Joanne Anderson with Marieme Jamme and Childwall Valley Primary pupils

News · 8 March 2022

New podcast marks launch of coding partnership

PUPILS at a Liverpool school have marked International Women’s Day by launching the city’s first podcast run by girls. Childwall Valley Primary School pupils are part of a project driven by international technology initiative iamtheCODE which will see the youngsters learning how to plan content, record and edit podcasts. The first episode, which is now

Oxwell Student Survey

News · 7 February 2022

We hear You! – Children’s Mental Health Week

A recent survey capturing the views of children and young people across Liverpool is set to help shape mental health support and services in the city. Mental health has been a major concern for everyone during the pandemic – especially the impact on our youngest residents.  To better understand what’s been happening, Liverpool City Council,

Family using a computer together

News · 28 January 2022

Can your business help Liverpool families #GetConnected?

WOULD your business like to see more families #GetConnected? If so, Liverpool City Council wants to hear from you!  Last year, the council launched ten post-pandemic pledges and one – Get Connected – is a commitment that all families eligible for free school meals should have access to a 4G internet connection as well.  The

Hackathon at St George's Hall in 2019

News · 8 December 2021

Liverpool’s schools set to crack code

LIVERPOOL City Council will join forces next week with an international technology initiative to encourage young people across the city to learn how to code. On Thursday 16 December the council launches a strategic partnership with iamtheCODE which will see secondary schools and youth organisations given the opportunity to host digital clubs, as well as

School children with their hands up

News · 19 November 2021

Could you be a school governor?

ARE you a member of one of Liverpool’s diverse communities? Have you ever thought about becoming a school governor? Liverpool City Council is committed to ensuring boards of governors represent the communities they serve and is encouraging people from diverse groups to volunteer for this satisfying role. If you would like to get involved you’ll

School child sitting at a desk writing

News · 5 November 2021

Jonathan Jones appointed Director of Education and Skills

Jonathan Jones has been appointed to the newly created role of Director of Education and Skills, as part of the changes to strengthen our senior leadership team… Previously, Jonathan worked in a combined role of Chief Education Officer and Director of School Improvement Liverpool (SIL). As well as being responsible for the statutory duties around

Liverpool Town Hall

News · 2 November 2021

Young people to kickstart Mayoral Model debate

“LIVERPOOL is a city where people always have something to say – but sometimes the council hasn’t always been as good at listening as it should have been. That is now changing – and one of the most important chances to make your voice heard will be the referendum on the mayoral model,” says Mayor

Collection of children's books

News · 8 October 2021

Mandela8 launches book scheme in schools to celebrate Black History Month

A Liverpool charity has launched a book loan scheme to increase understanding of diversity within schools, and ’empower, encourage and educate’ all children in the City Region about diversity and inclusion. Mandela8 – the organisation behind the Nelson Mandela memorial soon to be opened in Princes Park – earlier this year were gifted a collection

News · 16 September 2021

New app offers advice on what parents can do to help their baby develop

A brand new app has launched, giving tips and advice to parents about how to make the most of their child’s early years.   Developed by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team, 24 Magic Months offers support with the first two years of a child’s life – a crucial time for growing, learning and development.

News · 26 August 2021

Return to school – FAQs

Children and young people across Liverpool will be returning to classrooms from Wednesday, 1 September. As well as excitement, after the upheaval of the last 18 months there may also be some confusion and anxiety about what current Covid guidance means for the new school year. Schools have been communicating directly with families and carers

Education · 24 August 2021

Pre-loved school uniforms appeal

RESIDENTS are being urged to help families in need by donating good quality unwanted uniforms. Many families in the city are struggling to pay bills, heat their homes, feed and clothe their children. Liverpool City Council is always looking for ways we can help those most in need. The council has teamed up with Liverpool SEND

School child sitting at a desk writing

News · 10 August 2021

Young people encouraged as they take next steps

Education chiefs in Liverpool have applauded young people across Liverpool today as A-Level students receive their results – with GCSE results released on Thursday. For the second year, schooling has been disrupted by Covid-19 and this year results have been determined by teachers. In Liverpool, almost 2,400 students studied for A-levels in 2021 and 4,870

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