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Foster carers celebrated at summer fete
It has been a summer of fun for foster carers in Nottinghamshire.
Families and staff enjoyed an afternoon of summer fun at Colwick Hall Hotel, with ice creams, live portrait painting, music from The Ooh La La’s, a DJ in the evening and more!
Earlier in the summer, birth children of Nottinghamshire foster carers had a fantastic day out to Drayton Manor. Children, young people and staff braved the hot weather and had lots of fun taking on the rides together.
You could bring sunshine to a child’s life by becoming a foster carer. No formal qualifications are required just time, space and a generous heart. Find out more about fostering.
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Youth Mental Health Day
Today, September 19, is Youth Mental Health Day. There’s no age limit on mental health, which is why NottAlone is here for children and young people today, tomorrow and every day to provide information, resources and connections to free, local support.
Since its launch four years ago, NottAlone has brought thousands of young people and local services together through hosting its annual NottAlone Live events, equipped educators with Senior Mental Health Lead training and launched the NottAlone Podcast tackling mental health topics like anxiety and school attendance, neurodiversity, exam stress and more.
Initially designed to support children and young people, NottAlone has evolved into an inclusive, all-ages hub supporting families, carers, professionals and individuals across the city and county.
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Apply for your child’s secondary school place for 2026
Has your child just started year 6? Don’t forget to apply for their secondary school place for 2026. The deadline for applications is Friday 31 October 2025.
Using all four preferences and applying on time will give you the best chance of being offered a school that you would be happy for your child to attend.
Find out more about secondary school applications for 2026 by visiting our website.
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Notts Outdoors celebrates 40 years
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This year, our outdoor education service, Notts Outdoors, celebrates forty years of getting young people outdoors to learn, have fun and make memories for life.
As well as providing high quality outdoor learning opportunities for schools across its residential and day centres, Notts Outdoors also hosts school holiday activity clubs. It also runs the Adventures activity park where families can enjoy exciting high ropes, zip lines and water sport activities.
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Kinship carer event
Are you looking after a child under a special guardianship order, child arrangement order or private arrangement?
You're invited to join us at Calverton Village Hall for a fun-filled event to celebrate Kinship Care Week.
Thursday, 9 October at 10.30am.
 We’ll provide refreshments and lunch. There’s free parking, and everyone who books and attends will be entered into the free prize draw!
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The lullaby bank - Stapleford library
These sessions offer a chance to relax and bond with your baby in a calm space.
Mondays from 9.15am to 10.15am, Stapleford Library, FREE.
 Sing, listen to and learn soothing and uplifting melodies.
Perfect for babies aged 0 to 9 months.
Spaces are limited, find out more and book now at the link below.
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Win a free family activity this half term at Adventures
Experience high-flying excitement on one of the two high ropes course, bounce around the Net Park, brace yourself for the thrill of the Zip Wire Experience or take on The Drop into an airbag. With activities suitable for ages 3 and up, Adventures is the perfect place to enjoy unforgettable experiences in the heart of nature at Mill Waters, Sutton-In-Ashfield.
We are giving you the chance to win a family adventure to be booked during the October half term or any weekend in October!*.
To enter, email competitions@nottscc.gov.uk and tell us which Adventures activity you’d most like to try.
Closing date for entries is Friday 26 September 2025, 11.59pm.
* The prize entitles two adults and up to three children under 18 to a free pass to one activity of their choice at Adventures. The group must attend together but can choose different activities. Check the Adventures website for participation terms and conditions.
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