News articles tagged children

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Derby foster carers Sarah and Graham Pyman

Derby foster carers urge people to make a difference by joining them

19 May 2023

Derby City Council is appealing for people who could offer a safe and loving home to a young person to consider fostering.

Children brushing their teeth

Help look after your children’s teeth by joining our Smile Squad

15 May 2023

National Smile Month starts today

Washable nappies on a table

Families could save over £1000 by swapping to washable nappies

24 April 2023

This Washable Nappy week, Derby City Council are encouraging families to try washable nappies.

Clock outside Council House

More ‘hub and spoke’ places will improve city SEND provision

6 April 2023

Derby City Council has set out its strategy to increase the number of school places available within the city for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Children enjoying a Holiday Activity and Food Programme session by Freedom Foundation

Derby’s free children’s holiday club programme returns for the Easter break

16 March 2023

Thousands of free holiday club places will be available to children in Derby during the Easter break thanks to the Derby Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF).

three children on bikes

Top 10 family things to do in Derby this spring

16 March 2023

We’ve compiled our top 10 fun things to do in Derby with your family during the Easter break and beyond, with most being completely free or low cost.

An aerial view of the new Oak Grange Primary School at Boulton Moor, which is under construction

Milestone in construction of new Derby primary school is celebrated

13 March 2023

A topping out ceremony has taken place to mark the progress made on the new Oak Grange Primary School at Boulton Moor.

St George

Dragons and knights will take to Derby’s streets for St George’s Day

10 March 2023

The city’s annual St George’s Day celebrations will take place on Saturday 22 April.

Naughty Meg event artwork.

Naughty Meg and the Christmas Elves are announced for Festive Derby 2023

9 March 2023

Those mischievous and marvellous Babbling Vagabonds’ will be back for the festive season with Naughty Meg and the Christmas Elves.

Teacher teaching class

Strategy to increase SEND provision in Derby to reach next stage

7 March 2023

Plans are in place to implement the next phase of Derby City Council’s strategy to increase the provision available for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in the city.

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