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September 10, 2024
Understanding the impact of Government school fees policy for SP with children using private schools
The British Army recognises the unique circumstances faced by our serving personnel and that frequent mobility can disrupt children’s education. The Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) helps by providing the children of serving personnel with a stable education that wouldn’t otherwise be available in the state-maintained school sector. The Army are working closely with the Army Families Federation (AFF) to better understand the full impact of the removal of the VAT exemption on independent schools from 1 January 2025.
Recognising not only CEA claimants but many other Service families who depend on private schools to provide stability to their children whilst they meet the day to day demands of Service life, and those who may consider this in the future, this survey is designed to provide all SP with the opportunity to submit their views on the matter.
The survey should take no more than 4 minutes to complete.
SP and Families are warmly encouraged to complete this short poll which can be found here: School Fees Poll (mod.uk) . The survey closes at midnight on Monday 23 September 2024.
September 9, 2024
Co-ordinated School Admissions - Top Tips for Parents in England
This advice applies if you have a child starting primary school (Yr R) or secondary school (Yr 7) in England for the first time (please note some LAs have a middle school point of entry also).
To access the School Admission Top Tips please click here.
To access the School Admissions Code please click here.
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: New Trust funding programme to support serving families overseas
The Supporting Serving Families Overseas programme is now open for applications for grants of between £3,000 and £20,000, for projects that aim to assist serving families stationed at overseas bases and defence locations, focusing on addressing and recognising wellbeing issues faced by partners, children and young people during overseas posting.
What is the Supporting Serving Families Overseas programme all about?
The Trust ran a public consultation in 2023, which identified that one of the key areas to focus on was ‘ensuring our Armed Forces communities are not disadvantaged’.’ This family- focused programme will support serving families overseas by addressing their needs, including emotional wellbeing, mental health, social connections, and overall family dynamics. The aim is to better assist those deployed overseas alongside their Service personnel. The consultation findings are available to read on The Trust website.
September 6, 2024
Wiltshire: Apply now if your child is starting school in September 2025
If so, applications are now open for you to apply online.
The deadline to apply for a primary school place is 15 January 2025 and you can find out the result on 16 April 2025.
The deadline to apply for a secondary school place is 31 October 2024 and you can find out the result on 3 March 2025.
Togetherall - behind the smile
Behind every smile, there can be a story others can't always see, but you don't have to face it alone.
At Togetherall, you can talk about what you're going through anonymously and connect with others who understand.
Join the supportive community today and start the conversation that could make all the difference.
To find out more visit https://togetherall.com/en-gb/mental-health-support-for-all-uk-armed-forces-veterans/
September 4, 2024
Darlington: Rugby taster sessions for Ladies and Girls Thursdays from 6pm
Ladies and girls rugby at Darlington Mowden Park. Currently recruiting players at all age groups.
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust - Home Ed Wildskills Sessions

FREE thanks to Tamworth Borough Council as part of the Wild About Tamworth Project

North Yorkshire: FREE Storytime for under 5's at your local Library
Now that the big kids are back at school, why not bring your little ones to storytime at our libraries?
Taking place every week, our storytime sessions for under 5’s are free to attend and lots of fun!
There’s no need to book and everyone is welcome to come along.
Please note, Richmond have changed the Tuesday afternoon session to now take place in the morning at 10:30am.
Turn up and join in - see you soon!
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
September 3, 2024
Richmond: Mind Matters Every Friday
Event by Mind in Hambleton & Richmondshire
Morro Lounge
Duration: 2 hr
Public · Anyone
If day-to-day things are becoming a struggle and you would like to speak to someone then please get in touch or pop along and meet us. We offer support and creative activities to help improve your mental health and wellbeing.
Every Friday at Morro Lounge. 10am - 12pm. No need to book!
Mind Matters - Funded by North Yorkshire County Council
For more info, feel free to contact us:
01609 780758