Family and education news archive
- Government funding for SEND services
Wokingham Borough Council has reached an agreement with the Department for Education to invest government funding in development for services for children with special educational needs and...
23 March 2023
- Bringing a new library to the heart of Twyford
Wokingham Borough Council is restoring and bringing back to the life one of the borough's most historic buildings to provide a permanent home for Tywford Library.
21 March 2023
- New and improved support service for our valued carers
Wokingham Borough Council is reaffirming its commitment to helping unpaid carers by re-launching its Carers Support and Guidance service.
20 March 2023
- SEND places set to increase as two specialist schools approved
Two new schools for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are set to be built in Wokingham Borough following a successful funding bid by the council. The Department for...
02 March 2023
- Youth politics event hailed great success
Wokingham Borough Council welcomed secondary school pupils from across the borough last week to its first Youth Politics Event, where they heard local councillors debate issues that affect their...
28 February 2023
- Local pupils artwork unveiled at Gorse Ride
Wokingham Borough Mayor Cllr Caroline Smith and executive member for housing Cllr Stephen Conway attended a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil artwork produced by local children and their families at...
27 February 2023
- Robust annual budget to be put forward for approval
Wokingham Borough Council will be putting forward its annual budget for approval on 16 February, making the tough decisions to ensure that it remains financially sound and protects those most in...
15 February 2023
- Have your say about community safety
Wokingham Borough Council has today launched its annual community safety survey, inviting residents to share any issues or concerns they may have about crime or anti-social behaviour.
14 February 2023
- Council hosts first youth politics event
Wokingham Youth MP Holly Mackinnon is on a mission to ensure younger residents have their say on decisions made about their community
10 February 2023
- Online safety campaign for children launches
To coincide with Safer Internet Day, Wokingham Borough Council is reaching out to younger residents and parents to promote online safety advice and resources to keep young and vulnerable people safe
07 February 2023
- Work starts on new Twyford Library
The new Twyford Library has taken another step forward after Wokingham Borough Council entered into a lease agreement with The Polehampton Trust. Work has also started this month following the...
24 January 2023
- Crowdfund to support community through cost of living crisis
A historically difficult and financially challenging winter means more people are struggling than ever before. In response to the cost of a living crisis a crowdfund has been launched to support...
18 January 2023
- Encouraging a love of reading at an early age
Wokingham Borough Council is encouraging families to make the most of BookTrust activities, which aim to get all children reading regardless of their background.
13 January 2023
- Help paying for food and energy after Christmas
People struggling to pay bills or buy food can apply for a £120 grant to help them get through the winter. Many in Wokingham Borough will be struggling more than ever due to the cost of living...
13 January 2023
- New school opens places to meet demand and relieve pressure
A new primary school in North Wokingham will take on its first pupils from Key Stage 2 (Years 3, 4, 5 and 6) only next month. St Cecilia's Church of England Primary, off Queen's Road, is being partly...
20 December 2022
- Extra £20,000 to help families during festive break
Families in Wokingham Borough will be given more than £20,000 to help with the cost of living during the festive break.
15 December 2022
- Lucky winners reap the rewards of getting active
One lucky boy is riding to school with joy after he won a brand-new micro scooter in a competition aimed at keeping children active.
14 December 2022
- Ready to make it a warmer winter
Air fryers, slow cookers and other energy efficient items are on offer to residents for free if they are struggling this winter. The Warmer Winter project has been launched by Hardship Alliance...
09 December 2022
- Wokingham Youth MP joins the debate in House of Commons
Youth MP for Wokingham Borough Holly Mackinnon joined other members of the Youth Parliament from across the UK last month at the annual debate in the House of Commons chamber
07 December 2022
- Helping those who are unsafe in their own homes
Wokingham Borough Council is reaching out to borough residents who are unsafe in their own homes to ensure they understand what help is available
28 November 2022