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Welcome to your latest Families update
This week we're highlighting the efforts of schools in York to become 'ADHD-friendly', suggesting different family activities for the Easter holidays, sharing information on childcare support and much more.
 Schools accredited as ‘ADHD-friendly’
Eight York schools have been accredited as ‘ADHD friendly’ as part of a citywide commitment to support neurodiverse children and young people, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Funded by the Council, as part of its wider Neurodiversity support Programme, the schools chosen have committed to providing safe, nurturing, welcoming and exciting places to learn and grow.
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What's on this Easter?
With Easter approaching why not take a look at the fun filled events and activities for families taking place in York over the Easter holidays?
See what opportunities there are to get out and about and what’s on this Easter.
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Need a hand juggling work, family and childcare?
Families in receipt of additional government support could be eligible for up to 15 hours funded childcare for their two year old. If eligible, you could start your place after Easter.
Contact the Family Information Service to find out more fis@york.gov.uk or apply online.
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Looking after your smile
Your smile is one of the first things people notice, but it’s not just about appearances – taking care of your teeth is essential for your overall health and well-being.
To help families look after their oral health the Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership have launched a new campaign, including some top tips for tiny teeth.
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 Sign up for Raise York’s Parenting programmes
Parenting is one of the most rewarding – and challenging – roles that most of us will ever have.
That’s why Raise York has a wide range of online and in-person courses to help parents, whatever stage or phase your child or children are in.
A full list of the courses is available on the Raise York website - and you can search by topic or by your child’s age to find what’s best for you and your family.
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Supported Internships Day
This week we celebrate National Supported Internship Day, giving young people with Education, Health and Care Plans a chance to find out more about how Supported Internships can help them move into paid employment.
Find out more about local opportunities at York College’s Open Event 5.30pm - 7.30pm Tuesday 1 April, see page 41 onwards in the Post-16 Pathways Guide
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Month of the military child
Each April, we recognise the important role that military children play in the Armed Forces family.
This year all children aged 8-18 years old connected to the military can take part in the 2025 poetry and art competition. The theme is Memories, and the winners will receive a range of prizes.
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Have your say!
Want to share your opinions? Here's what we're asking about at the moment, and what the deadlines are for taking part.
One of the best ways to influence what happens in York is to get involved in our Talkabout citizen's panel, which happens twice a year.
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Help fund the York Hungry Minds Appeal
The York Hungry Minds appeal has been set up to give people an opportunity to donate whatever they can afford to enable all primary school children in the city to access a free school meal.
Find out more, or make a donation, online.
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