children

15 Nov 2017

Surviving the pain of domestic abuse

“Being abused is such a lonely place to be. It affects you every day; even now my confidence can be shaken just by someone …

12 Oct 2017

£10 voucher code for mini-tennis course

To celebrate the launch of its new mini-tennis sessions, Dormers Wells leisure centre is offering a £10 voucher code, bringing the cost for the …

11 Sep 2017

How to apply for high school

Applications for children to start high school in our borough are now being received. If your child was born between 1 September 2006 and …

4 Sep 2017

Fresh start at Stanhope, where pupils’ health is miles better

Obesity rates in Ealing are higher than the London and England averages. One school in particular was struggling with the issue, but now things …

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 …

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Fly-tipper caught on CCTV lands in court

A fly-tipper who dumped waste from a vehicle has been ordered to pay more than £600. The case was heard at Ealing Magistrates’ Court …

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