Local Offer Live is a free, fun‑filled event packed with exhibitors, workshops and activities. Join us at the Mountbatten Centre on 17 June from 2pm to 7pm for an afternoon offering advice and support for children and young people with SEND.

Over 30 exhibitors will be there, showcasing inclusive summer activities as well as offering advice and signposting. These include PPV, the Neurodiversity Team, Portsmouth SENDIASS, Portsmouth Carers Centre, and The Mental Health Hub.

Families can:

• Join workshops, including practical sessions on coping with anxiety and a family session with Kooth on managing mental health
• Take part in free activities such as multisports, dance, arts and crafts to explore what children and young people might enjoy over the summer

Final reminder to complete #BeeWell survey 2026 for secondary schools

The deadline for completing the #BeeWell survey is Friday 5 June. 

Taking part gives schools a better understanding of pupil's wellbeing, strengthens pupil voice and offers support to turn insights into action.  It also helps us a system to build a city-wide picture of young people’s experiences.

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact hiow.beewell@hants.gov.uk

Community groups, schools and organisations in Portsmouth are invited to apply for a new grant to help manage rainwater and reduce local flood risk. The Community SuDS (sustainable drainage systems) grant offers up to £2,000 to support the installation of rainwater planters in visible community locations across the city. The deadline is Monday 29 June 2026.

With heavier rainfall and longer wet periods there is increasing pressure on drainage systems and risk of surface water flooding. SuDS help manage rainwater naturally by slowing the flow into drains and allowing it to soak into the ground or be absorbed by plants. This reduces flood risk, eases pressure on the drainage network and supports local wildlife.

Funding can be used for planters connected to downpipes, along with soil, plants and installation costs. The grant is open to a range of locations including schools, community centres, GP surgeries, social housing spaces and businesses where the installations can be seen by the public.

The grant is delivered in partnership with Southern Water as part of the Nature Positive Portsmouth programme.

Look out for your FREE colouring book from 100 Sparks coming to every primary school in Portsmouth in early July

As part of the Portsmouth 100 celebrations, something special is coming to every primary school child in the city.

100 Sparks is a citywide project by Seekers Create, working with partners Shaping Portsmouth and Spark Community Space, to celebrate the people, places, events and stories that make Portsmouth special.

In the first part of July, schools will receive 100 Sparks colouring books, gifted to every primary school child to take home, colour in, talk about and share with their family.

Families will also be able to explore a digital trail over the summer, helping them connect with Portsmouth’s heritage and visit places across the city.

Portsmouth Carer's Centre will be hosting a celebration event to showcase carers’ photographs and highlight what makes Portsmouth a carer friendly city.

📅 Thursday 11 June
🕥 10.30am to 12.30pm
📍 The Greenhouse, Victoria Park

The event will be a chance for carers and professionals to come together, connect and share experiences. The event is free to attend, and you do not need to register.

The event will also include creative activities with Think Big Do Bigger, plus the chance to enjoy a ride on Cycling Without Age trishaws.

Share funded activities to support Naval families

Schools are encouraged to share the latest newsletter for the Naval Children's Charity with information on upcoming events, funded programmes and support for naval families.

There are still available spaces on the upcoming Life Chances activities for naval children:  

Making Space:

Making Space in Havant are offering a wide range of craft workshops for children aged 7-11.  You can book up to 3 workshops between now and February 2027.

The ALL Portsmouth Primary Hub, Portsmouth LA Network Leads and Solent Language Network are hosting a joint meeting on Wednesday 3 June 2026 at Admiral Lord Nelson School.

Ofsted report for Arundel Court Primary Academy and Nursery

A new Ofsted report is now available for Arundel Court Primary Academy and Nursery, following a school inspection on 14 April 2026.

Inspectors noted that, "Leaders have established effective behaviour routines. Positive relationships between staff and pupils are the basis of the behaviour system. There is very little disruption to learning. Leaders have taken action to reduce suspensions. They focus on the reasons why pupils occasionally disrupt learning. Interventions to help pupils cope in lessons are effective. They support pupils to stay and learn in their lessons. Bullying is rare, and when it does happen, leaders deal with it and stop it from happening again. Where there needs to be adaptations to the behaviour system, they are put in place with both families and pupils. This all leads to a calm and focused learning environment."

You can read the full report here.