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Welcome to your latest Families update

Apologies for the previous lack of introduction. This week we've got updates for you on our recent Ofsted outstanding result, the allocation of reception places, reasons to join the York Youth Council, how to make sure the voices of families are being heard and more.

York Children's Services rated Outstanding

Independent inspectors, Ofsted, have rated York’s services for children and young people as Outstanding in all areas.

The inspectors reviewed and rated four key areas of the council's work, which lead to an overall rating of Outstanding, which puts York in the top seven per cent of local authorities' children's services in the country.

York children allocated reception places 

A total of 95.8% of children who applied for a Reception place at a primary school in York this September were allocated their first choice on National Offer Day (16 April).

Parents and carers can help their child get ready to start school with guidance on our website.

Smoke control consultation

Residents are being invited to share their views on a proposal to expand York's existing Smoke Control Area to cover all areas within the council boundaries.

The new proposal would require residents and businesses to take responsibility for the fuel they burn, to minimise smoke and air pollution and improve health and wellbeing.

Why join the youth council?

York Youth Council meet every fortnight to discuss topics important to our community, and to consult on projects to make sure the voices of young people are being heard.

Being part of the Youth Council helps:

• grow your confidence
• engage with your local area
• help your local community 
• learn about politics
• count towards DofE volunteering time

Want to make sure family voices are heard?

Talkabout is York's citizens' panel, and is one of the ways you can influence what happens in York by completing a short survey twice a year, and taking part in consultations throughout the year.

We are currently updating our database to identify gaps and recruit new members to ensure the panel truly represents the residents of York

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.

• Survivor Voice Survey 
• Age Friendly York
• Your views on Raise York

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.