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2 March 2026
1 minute read
THOUSANDS of children across the city will be offered places at secondary schools today (Monday 2 March) – with an increase in the percentage being offered their first choice.
5 February 2026
3 minute read
FAMILIES looking for a low-cost day out this half term can enjoy dozens of activities in Leicester that won’t break the bank.
25 November 2025
4 minute read
CHILDREN and young people in Leicester who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are benefiting from a strong multi-agency approach which supports their needs effectively, according to a recent Ofsted inspection of the partnership which delivers services.
17 November 2025
2 minute read
CHILDREN in Leicester who receive benefits-related free school meals are being invited to sign up for a free programme of activities during the Christmas holidays.
10 November 2025
2 minute read
LEICESTER’S Young People’s Council (YPC) have designed their first survey to seek the views of young people living, working or studying in the city.
29 October 2025
2 minute read
LEICESTER’S Warm Welcome initiative is returning for the winter months – with an extended programme including a new city centre venue.
27 August 2025
2 minute read
A POP-UP shop at the Highcross shopping centre will give people the chance to find out more about adult learning and sample some of the courses on offer.
10 July 2025
2 minute read
FREE family activities will be on offer in neighbourhoods across Leicester throughout the summer holidays.
9 July 2025
2 minute read
FAMILIES looking for a low-cost day out this summer should check out what’s on in Leicester’s children’s centres, libraries and museums.
30 June 2025
2 minute read
LEICESTER Libraries have launched their annual reading challenge, with free fun activities on offer over the long summer holidays.
24 June 2025
2 minute read
AN OUTSTANDING school in Leicester has celebrated its new building with an official opening event.
13 June 2025
2 minute read
CHILDREN in Leicester who receive benefits-related free school meals are invited to sign up for free summer activities before the deadline on Friday 27 June.