‘Explore the World’ activities at Bagshaw Museum
You can follow in the footsteps of Bagshaw Museums first curator, Walter Bagshaw, and his children Violet and Noel who explored the world for treasure.
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Feeling organised? Kirklees school term dates for 2019/20 have been set
Our Cabinet have now agreed the 2019/20 term dates for Kirklees community and voluntary schools. As with the 2018/19 dates, we’ve worked hard to make sure holidays line up with neighbouring areas wherever possible. Below are the main term dates but please remember that schools will set their own training dates on top of these, so always check the specific
Read moreFostering milestones honoured at celebration event
One of our longest ever serving foster carers in Kirklees, along with others who have devoted their lives to fostering, were honoured at a celebration event this week.
Read moreAn Afternoon of 17th Century Dance
Historic Oakwell Hall in Birstall will be brought to life on Sunday 13 May, with an afternoon of 17th Century dance.
Read moreExpecting a baby, or just become a parent?
Kirklees libraries are hosting a baby shower with a difference.
Read moreHens bring Batley school children and older people together
A food project to reduce social isolation in older people has paired a Batley Junior and Infants School with a local care home, with fantastic results. Food for Life brings schools, nurseries, hospitals and care homes, and their surrounding communities together around the core ethos of healthy, tasty and sustainable food. Their latest programme Better Care aims to demonstrate that
Read morePrimary School National Offer Day in Kirklees (Mon 16 April) – your top 5 questions answered
Waiting to hear about your child’s primary, junior or middle school place? You will find out on Mon 16 April and all you need to know about it is here
Read moreKirklees Council Adult Care Offer consultation
We’re consulting about potential changes to adult social care and how we decide what care and support someone may need.
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