Top grades up in Hounslow
 Students in Hounslow schools are celebrating excellent academic and vocational results again this year.
Top A Level grades of A* have seen an increase of around 25% across Hounslow, with a further increase in high grades passes of A*-B.
Students completing their Level 3 BTEC qualifications achieved an overall pass rate of 99%, with 21% receiving a distinction* grade. Nine Hounslow schools reported a 100% pass rate across their BTEC courses.
Careers service for young people
 Enhanced support is available for school leavers aged 16 to 18 who are uncertain about their next steps or whose plans have changed.
Careers advisors will be available through:
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Drop-in sessions - Hounslow Community Hub and Library, every Tuesday, 3pm to 5pm
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Telephone helpline - call 020 8583 5151, Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm
In addition, young people, their families and carers can watch videos on the Council's YouTube channel to find out about the latest training, volunteering opportunities and the support available to them.
Happy Allotments Week
 This week we're celebrating National Allotments Week with members of the Park Road Allotment Association.
Park Road is our newest allotment, having secured the future of this site through a long-term lease with Northumberland Estates earlier this year. But we want to celebrate all our allotment holders for creating beautiful spaces where people and nature can thrive together.
Why breast screening matters
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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women in the UK.
Women aged 50 to 70 are invited for NHS breast screening every three years. In Hounslow, for every 10 women invited for breast screening, only six currently attend their appointment.
It's important that women attend screenings as early detection significantly improves the chances of survival.
Women of all ages should also check their breasts regularly and look out for the following symptoms: a lump or swelling in the breast, chest or armpit; a change in the size or shape of a breast; skin changes such as dimpling, redness or puckering.
Anyone with symptoms should contact their GP.
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Local children ask that you stay safe near open water
 Staff and children at St Mark's Catholic School sadly lost a fellow student and friend to drowning in 2022.
The students do a huge amount of work to raise awareness of water safety and have formed a group of Water Safety Ambassadors. They visit local primary schools to educate and help other children to stay safe.
Please take a look at their film and share with young people and parents
Summer on the Green
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Council tenants are invited to Summer on the Green at Oxford Court Estate, TW13 6RY on Saturday, 22 August.
From 12.30pm to 4pm, families can enjoy fun activities for all ages, including face painting and smoothie bikes.
Housing officers from the Council will also be on hand to support with housing benefits, tenancy issues and anti-social behaviour concerns.
Additionally, there will be an opportunity to go on a guided walk with senior officers from Housing Services.
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Learn about sickle cell treatments
 The West London HCC Patient and Public Voice Group is hosting a free event for people affected by sickle cell and their families.
The event will take place from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, 22 August. All London residents are welcome. You can either attend online or in person at St Anne's Church, Soho.
On the day you can learn about:
- Casgevy gene therapy
- Stem cell (bone marrow) transplant
- New treatments, research and clinical trials
- Mental health and wellbeing support during the process
Knife surrender van removing blades from streets
 If you're carrying a knife for protection, it can put you at greater risk of becoming involved in violence. If you’ve got a knife or other bladed weapon, there are safe, anonymous ways to get rid of it.
A knife surrender van will be in Feltham Park on Thursday, 27 August from 10am to 1.30pm, and the permanent knife surrender bin on Feltham High Street is available 24/7 all year.
Both surrender options are anonymous with no questions asked.
New monthly SEND drop-in sessions
 Find the right support for your child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
It doesn't have to be an overwhelming prospect, as in addition to our Local Offer website you can also come and talk to us in person at our monthly SEND drop-in sessions where you can speak to a professional face-to-face for advice, and support.
- Wednesday, 26 August, 1pm to 3pm, Brentford Family Hub TW8 0BJ
- Monday, 14 September 2026, 10am to 12pm, Bedfont Lane Community Centre TW14 9NB
 The Council is reviewing its policy around support for aids and adaptations to residential housing, including grants that help residents adapt and repair their homes to live safely and independently.
The new policy will:
- Increase some grant limits in line with rising costs
- Introduce new grants to support a wider range of needs
- Replace the existing Dementia Grant with a broader Progressive Illness Grant
- Remove fees charged to applicants
- Provide clearer guidance on how support is delivered
To find out more and feed back on the consultation, click the button below.
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