Two long-serving foster carers with the council say they are “shocked but so proud” after being awarded MBEs in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
During an incredible 34-year career in fostering, Pam and Len Pattinson have cared for over 100 vulnerable children and young people.
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Nine schools across Kirklees have successfully completed of a programme that is helping neurodivergent pupils to feel more supported in the classroom.
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The event was an opportunity to recognise the hard work, dedication and achievements of the amazing professionals across our educational settings who make a real difference to young people’s lives.
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Centuries of Kirklees’ history are preparing to move into a new permanent home at Huddersfield’s Our Cultural Heart.
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Families across Kirklees can now access a free parenting app focused on supporting babies and pre-school children during their crucial early years of development.
We have commissioned the EasyPeasy app. Giving parents, carers, and early years practitioners free premium access to a wide range of fun, educational, and easy-to-follow activities for children aged zero to five.
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We are inviting suggestions to name a new street in Crosland Moor. Successful entries are ones that have local connotations, so think about anything connected to natural surroundings, the area’s industrial, cultural or historical heritage.
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Together with West Yorkshire Police, West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, and other partner agencies, we’re raising awareness of anti-social behaviour (ASB), to encourage reporting and offer support to our residents.
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