children

23 Aug 2017

Building brighter futures for young people in care

For young people, leaving home for the first time is exciting but it can also be daunting; even frightening. A parent often provides the …

2 May 2017

Why Foster Care Fortnight could change your life

Children come in to care for a range of reasons. They come from diverse backgrounds – some with more complex needs than others. Foster …

8 Mar 2017

Spring into play time

It is play time across the borough this spring, with all kinds of fun play areas to explore. Some playgrounds have been given a …

3 Jan 2017

A new club for creativity

A new arts club for children is starting this Saturday (7 January) and promises a wide range of fun activities to try – from …

9 Dec 2016

Pupils make ‘appy travellers

Pupils in Hanwell have developed an ‘app’ for mobile phones that has successfully encouraged others to walk to and from school rather than using …

2 Dec 2016

Time to apply for primary school

If your child was born between 1 September 2012 and 31 August 2013 he or she will be due to start primary school in …

14 Nov 2016

Child weight debate: Food for thought

Karen’s reaction when her seven-year old son was invited to join a child weight management programme at his school was not what you might …

21 Oct 2016

Helping the Calais ‘jungle’ children

In August, I visited the refugee camp in Calais that is often referred to as ‘the jungle’. As you can see from the video …

25 Aug 2016

Carving a trail across the hill

You may have noticed the new Gruffalo trail snaking across Horsenden Hill for children to chase along, finding characters as they go. But ever …

27 Jul 2016

‘Pop-up’ beach and other free fun this summer

Ealing will be buzzing with summer vibes over the next month with a series of free pop-up events and activities. A beach, a children’s …

22 Jul 2016

Disney-inspired swimming fun

An ocean of Disney-themed summer fun is available for families at two leisure centres from today (Friday, 22 July). And women-only fitness classes will …

7 Jun 2016

Footgolf: A hole lot of fun

There is a good chance you have played football before; and you may have had a go at golf. But have you ever heard …

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Mice and beetles were found at butcher’s shop

The owner of a Southall butchers has been fined after the discovery of an infestation of mice and insects. At Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court …

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