Schools returning from Christmas holidays – Q&A
The Government announced on 30 December 2020, that secondary school pupils will return to their education settings later than planned from the Christmas holidays.
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Supporting our early years providers
We have staged an important event for local early years providers to help them plan for welcoming back more children. Many nurseries, pre-schools, childminders and out of school clubs joined an online conference which provided advice and guidance on the public health issues linked to Covid-19. As part of our ongoing work to help all settings which support children, senior
Read moreKirklees Council Leader Shabir Pandor has praised the “tremendous work” of local schools in welcoming more children back into the classroom
Kirklees Council Leader Shabir Pandor has praised the “tremendous work” of local schools in welcoming more children back into the classroom.
Read moreWe are standing shoulder to shoulder with schools over reopening plans
We are working together with local schools to plan for them to reopen safely, but they will only do so when it is right for children and their families, teachers and school staff. On Friday, we will host an online conference for schools across Kirklees to support them through the changes they need to make before opening safely for more
Read moreKirklees students are celebrating after receiving their GCSE results.
Celebrations are again taking place across Kirklees after more students pass their GCSEs. New look grading system for most subjects This is the second year that Mathematics, English language and English Literature have been graded with the new 9 – 1 grading scale. This year an additional 20 GCSE subjects were graded in a similar manner. These new GCSE are
Read moreAvoid the back to school rush
If your kids are starting or going back to school this September, make life easier for yourself by sorting out a few of the essentials early in the holidays.
Read moreCabinet will consider changes to Home to School Transport and support services
Our Cabinet members are considering changes to the Home to School Transport service and to some support services for disabled children, adults and older people.
Read moreReady for the new school year?
We’re sure you’re all ready for the start of the new school year, but just in case – here’s a few things to remember.
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