February half term is nearly here and there’s no shortage of fantastic ways to keep the whole family entertained across Wirral. Whether you love dinosaurs, getting messy outdoors, joining creative crafts, or burning off energy with sports, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your easy guide to what’s on:
National Apprenticeship Week 2026 is a chance to celebrate the journeys people are taking into work and training. One of those journeys belongs to Robbie, who is building his skills and confidence as a Business Administration Apprentice in Wirral Council’s Children’s Services.
This Children’s Mental Health Week, we’re celebrating the support available to children, young people and families across Wirral. We’re shining a light on Branch, Wirral’s online mental wellbeing hub, and introducing the people behind the service who help young people feel supported and listened to.
At a meeting on 21 January at Wallasey Town Hall, the committee received a comprehensive update on Home to School Travel and debated a series of recommendations before passing a resolution.
Seven years ago Andrew Groom changed his life. As a child, he’d gotten involved in a ‘bad crowd’. Out of fear, he began to carry a knife and things spiralled from there.
Families across Wirral can now benefit from accessible and easy to understand documents explaining the child protection processes in the borough and the support available for them.
A series of proposed changes to home-to-school travel policies and arrangements, aimed at improving clarity for families, promoting independence for young people, and addressing rising costs will be considered by the Children, Young People and Education Committee on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.
Our Family Hubs are offering FREE access to the Togetherness online courses. A new year is here, and it’s the perfect time to focus on what matters most—your family. If you’re a parent, grandparent, or carer in Wirral, we’ve got something special for you!
Parents across the borough are reminded that applications for admission into Wirral primary schools this autumn must be made by Thursday 15 January 2026.
