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New Rainbow Room opens at Best Start Family Hub and honours much loved colleague

29 June 2026

A new room at Best Start Family Hub – Tudor Way in Worcester is helping more local families access support while also honouring the memory of a much-loved member of staff. The Rainbow Room has officially opened at Best Start Family Hub in Dines Green creating extra space for activities and services for parents, children … Continue reading “New Rainbow Room opens at Best Start Family Hub and honours much loved colleague”

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Music lessons improve outcomes for children in Redditch

23 June 2026

Tudor Grange School in Redditch has opened the door to new musical experiences for students across the school. Thanks to support from a Worcestershire County Council public health grant the school have been able to purchase of a wide range of musical instruments, which have since become a central part of lessons, performances and extracurricular … Continue reading “Music lessons improve outcomes for children in Redditch”

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Go karts, bubbles and basketball bring children together at Malvern school

Somers Park Primary School in Malvern, new OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) resources are changing the way children play, socialise and express themselves during breaktimes. Thanks to a public health grant the school has expanded its outdoor provision with equipment that encourages both active and imaginative play. Staff say the changes have made playtimes more … Continue reading “Go karts, bubbles and basketball bring children together at Malvern school”

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Public Health celebrates Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month in June 2026

21 May 2026

Join Worcestershire Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) Partner Network in celebrating this June! The theme is… ‘Onwards with Hope’. What does hope mean to you? What are you hopeful about for the future? The national charity Friends, Families & Travellers (FFT) have set the theme and you’ll find some national resources here: Gypsy, Roma and … Continue reading “Public Health celebrates Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month in June 2026”

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How one Worcester school is supporting wellbeing beyond the classroom

18 May 2026

At Norton Juxta Kempsey CE Primary School, a new outdoor wellbeing space is helping students pause, reflect, move and create. Alongside a newly installed dome structure, the school has used funding from a Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant to introduce a range of creative and physical resources that support pupil wellbeing outside of the … Continue reading “How one Worcester school is supporting wellbeing beyond the classroom”

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After-school fitness clubs keeping students active and engaged

For some students, taking part in physical activity at school is not easy. Lack of confidence, the environment and feeling uncomfortable around others can all be barriers to engaging. The De Montfort School in Evesham, is committed to removing those barriers and getting all students engaged in exercise. With support from a Worcestershire County Council … Continue reading “After-school fitness clubs keeping students active and engaged”

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Redditch school transforms courtyard into wellbeing garden

08 May 2026

Church Hill Middle School has brought new life to an overgrown, unused courtyard by transforming it into a calm, welcoming wellbeing garden for pupils. Using a Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant, the school set out to create a central space where children could take time out, read, reflect and connect with others and the … Continue reading “Redditch school transforms courtyard into wellbeing garden”

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Worcester Snoezelen officially opens new sensory wing!

29 April 2026

Worcester Snoezelen welcomed families, volunteers and community partners to mark the official opening of its new sensory wing, designed to enhance the therapeutic experiences available to children and adults with disabilities and neurodivergences. The development has been supported by Worcestershire County Council through its Public Health Community Grant programme, enabling the creation of a nature … Continue reading “Worcester Snoezelen officially opens new sensory wing!”

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Wall of Hope sparks joy in Worcester city centre

24 March 2026

A beautiful mural now stands proudly in Worcester city centre, designed and created by young people, to brighten up an area known for anti-social behaviour. The project, delivered by Worcester BID in partnership with Worcester Community Trust, Light Box and Worcestershire County Council, offered weekly creative sessions for 11 to 17‑year‑olds throughout the school holidays. … Continue reading “Wall of Hope sparks joy in Worcester city centre”

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Penny the dog mentor brings calm, confidence and joy to Worcester school

Stanley Road Primary School in Worcester has welcomed a new four‑legged member of staff. Penny, a fully trained dog mentor, is already making a positive difference to pupil wellbeing, confidence, and learning. Penny supports children across the school by helping to make learning fun, reducing stress, and offering a calming presence. She visits classrooms, encourages … Continue reading “Penny the dog mentor brings calm, confidence and joy to Worcester school”