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SCHOOLS in Leicester have been planting native tree species in parks and open spaces to provide more places for wildlife to cope with our changing climate.

LEICESTER’S libraries and community centres are counting down to Christmas with some special events for young book lovers.

THE city council’s school meals service, City Catering, has been awarded ‘silver’ status from the Soil Association’s Food for Life programme.

ADULTS wanting to learn new skills will be able to find out more at a series of open days taking place throughout December.

PUPILS, staff and guests at Wolsey House Primary School have been marking National School Meals Week with a roast dinner - freshly prepared in their new kitchen.

A SCHOOL cook who is determined to make mealtimes special for children has been nominated as a School Meals Hero.

STUDENTS and pupils from across the region have taken part in an event aimed at showcasing future job opportunities in science and technology.

FAMILIES in Leicester who have children due to start secondary school next year need to make sure they apply for a place before the deadline on 31 October.

A SCHOOL has created a ‘mindfulness garden’, giving children a space where they can go to relax and feel calm.

PUPILS and staff from St Barnabas C of E Primary School in Leicester are celebrating their win in the annual schools’ Grow Your Own Grub competition.

FAMILIES in Leicester who have children due to start primary, junior or secondary school next year can now apply for a school place.

ADULTS wanting to learn new skills will be able to find out more at a series of open days taking place throughout September.