Private Fostering Week runs until Monday 10 July 2017, and is highlighting the importance of notifying Shropshire Council about private fostering arrangements.…
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New All-Age Carers Strategy launched for 2017-2021
A new strategy for carers has been launched to ensure carers of all ages get the right advice and support to improve their health and well-being.
Funding awarded to help develop religious education teaching in Shropshire schools

Shropshire’s Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) has been awarded a grant of £3,550 to develop its activity for Shropshire schools.…
New Shropshire Education Trust seeks founder members and trustees
Shropshire Council is seeking individuals with professional expertise and skills in education, business, finance and estates to establish and become members or…
Shropshire carer Eileen shares her love of fostering… 150 children on!
With national Foster Care Fortnight (8-23 May 2017) in full swing, one local carer has added her voice to the call for more…
Dorrington Primary School working to address outcomes of Ofsted report
Staff and governors at Dorrington Church of England (Aided) Primary School are working with Shropshire Council and the Diocese of Hereford Education…
Talented graduates wanted for a life-changing career in child and family social work
Graduates across Shropshire are being encouraged to apply by next Friday (5 May 2017) to a fast-track programme to become the next…
Parents urged to check eligibility for 30 hours of free childcare

Working parents looking for help with childcare costs are being reminded that from September 2017 they could be entitled to an extra…
Partners support Shropshire Council’s Big Conversation
Discussions are underway with vulnerable groups to seek their views on what more Shropshire Council can do in light of its financial…
Shropshire’s parents given chance to complete ‘understanding your child’ course for free

Shropshire parents of children aged between six months and 18 years are being offered the chance to complete, for free, a popular…