News · 7 February 2022
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,
News · 28 January 2022
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
News · 10 December 2021
The first steps to deliver Liverpool’s first operational net zero carbon building will be taken next week.
News · 8 December 2021
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
News · 2 December 2021
Young people in Liverpool most at risk of serious violence or gang exploitation will benefit from targeted support to keep them engaged in education and attending lessons.
Climate Change · 29 November 2021
City leaders were put on the spot over climate change at a special event.
Community Safety · 23 November 2021
Pupils living in areas of the city affected by the recent terrorist attack in Liverpool have been offered support.
News · 19 November 2021
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
News · 5 November 2021
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
News · 2 November 2021
“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
News · 8 October 2021
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 · 21 September 2021
Cabinet member for Education, Employment and Skills Cllr Tomas Logan has this week written to all staff in Liverpool’s schools, welcoming them back to the classroom and thanking them for their extraordinary efforts over the last 18 months. To all teachers and school staff, With the new term now well under way, I thought it
News · 16 September 2021
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
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
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
News · 10 August 2021
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
Education · 2 July 2021
Liverpool City Council has written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson calling for more funding to help pupils catch-up as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The letter to Boris Johnson, from Cabinet member for Education, Employment and Skills, Cllr Tomas Logan, was requested by the council’s Education and Skills select committee. Members passed a motion
News · 23 June 2021
A raft of new events will take place as part of Liverpool’s Year of Writing (LYOW) thanks to a funding boost. Literacy events, workshops, a writing bus and writer’s boot camp will be just some of the activities for adults and children, all designed to improve literacy in the city and inspire through creativity. The
News · 19 May 2021
A recruitment drive is under way for school crossing patrols in Liverpool. Liverpool has 68 school crossing sites, helping guide children across the road at the start and end of the school day – but there are 26 vacancies, meaning some sites are currently without a permanent member of staff. The council is working with
Education · 15 March 2021
Whitefield Primary School has become the first school in Liverpool to be awarded ‘ADHD-friendly’ status by national neurodiversity charity, the ADHD Foundation.
