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Coronavirus infection rate shows ‘clear downward trend’, and teachers and families reassured as schools plan phased 1 June reopening
Coronavirus infection rates in the city are showing a ‘clear downward trend’, after experiencing a much faster rate of increase in new cases in April and the first week of May than surrounding areas.
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Foster care heroes needed as city prepares to take first steps on recovery journey
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is making an urgent call to recruit foster carers, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, as the authority prepares to begin a carefully considered recovery plan.
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Residents urged to look out for signs of child abuse, as number of referrals fall
Residents are being reminded of the need to stay vigilant to the signs of child abuse and the neglect of children in Stoke-on-Trent during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Formal partner for children’s services confirmed at Stoke-on-Trent City Council
A formal partner for Stoke-on-Trent City Council children’s services has today (Friday) been confirmed.
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£106,000 grant success will support survivors of domestic abuse
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been awarded a grant to support survivors of domestic abuse and their children.
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Council commits to prioritising housing for care leavers
Young people leaving care in Stoke-on-Trent will benefit from increased priority for housing after changes to the city council’s housing allocations policy were approved by Stoke-on-Trent City Council
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Cabinet commits to new agency to support children
Children in need of long-term loving homes are to benefit from a new initiative that will see councils work together to best meet their needs.
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City council will continue to manage children’s services, while further review is carried out
Responsibility for managing children’s services in Stoke-on-Trent will remain with the city council while a further review is carried out, a report by the children’s commissioner has found.
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Protect yourself and others against the flu this winter
Adult social care worker, Reanne Mayer says she is having a free flu vaccination this year because she wants to protect herself and the people she visits.
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New service to improve children’s wellbeing in Stoke-on-Trent
A new service is being introduced to help improve the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children and young people in Stoke-on-Trent.
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The Victorians are coming to Gladstone
Gladstone Pottery Museum is welcoming guests from another era this Saturday – when a band of Victorians make the site their home.
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Fostering, it’s not about the hello, it’s about the whole journey
A new film has been launched to raise awareness of the importance of fostering.
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Young apprentices take first step on career path
Six young people say they are looking forward to learning new skills and gaining experience in the workplace as they embark on apprenticeship schemes.
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Annual Christmas card competition for city children
Children from across the city will be able to show off their artistic talents when they take part in Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s annual design a Christmas card competition.
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Swim Safer – free classes and advice make water safety top priority for school holidays
Swim Safer – a campaign offering hundreds of free water safety sessions – has been launched today with one aim in mind: to keep children in Stoke-on-Trent safe when swimming during the summer holidays
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