News articles tagged children and families

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A group of children sit listening to an adult reading from a book

Half term at Derby Libraries: Free creative workshops and storytelling

6 February 2026

From swashbuckling pirate adventures and comic book masterclasses to coding and clay modelling, there is something to inspire children of all ages.

Christopher and Denise Mitchell

Foster couple receive Medal of Honour for Services to the Community

29 January 2026

A foster couple receive British Citizen Award at the Palace of Westminster.

Inner city children inspired by NHS careers

26 January 2026

Children from an inner city area have been inspired to follow careers in the NHS through an innovative outreach programme.

A communication board depicting various pictures and text

Inclusive communication boards installed in Derby play areas

22 January 2026

New boards featuring Widgit Symbols and the British Sign Language (BSL) alphabet have been installed at Markeaton Park, Alvaston Park, and Derby Arboretum.

Foster carers Valerie and Austin.

Local foster carers help children stay together

21 January 2026

Meet Valerie and Austin, who since 2017 have been dedicated to helping siblings in foster care stay together.

Croud sitting at Markeaton Park Craft Village watching A Midsummer Night

Outdoor Theatre and Cinema Season returns this summer

20 January 2026

It will bring a fantastic selection of al fresco entertainment for all ages to enjoy, amid the beautiful surroundings of Markeaton Park.

Applications now open for Easter HAF providers

19 January 2026

Applications are now open for providers interested in delivering the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for Easter 2026.

A group of people standing in a park looking up at the night sky

Spend an evening under the stars at Alvaston Park

15 January 2026

The 16th annual Stargazing event on Saturday 31 January promises an enchanting way to make the most of the winter skies during the darkest time of year. 

Foster carer Dean Skiba

Becoming a foster carer Dean’s inspiring journey

14 January 2026

Follow Dean’s fostering journey, from his decision to foster on Christmas Day 2024 to becoming an approved carer in 2025.

Two adults walking with a child holding hands in a field.

Local authorities collaborate to strengthen fostering

7 January 2026

Four councils continue their commitment to recruiting more foster carers within the local community.

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