The Big Ask
published on: 22 April 2021
This is the largest ever survey of children and young people in England. Tell the government what you think, and what children need to live happier lives.
His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh
published on: 12 April 2021
We are greatly saddened to hear of the loss of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award’s Patron and Founder, His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh, and our thoughts are with his family.
FriendBee Befriending Service – recruitment drive
published on: 10 March 2021
Ruils is a local charity run by and for disabled people supporting disabled children, adults, and the elderly to live independent lives.
New safeguarding newsletter created by young people, for young people
published on: 24 February 2021
A new safeguarding newsletter has launched to share pupils' experiences of lockdown and to signpost young readers to support services should they be needed.
Experience Matters: Mid Year Review 2020/21
published on: 15 December 2020
Healthwatch Richmond has published their Mid Year review for the year 2020/21, covering their work since April 2020 until now.
Things I Need - a Community Project to support local people in need.
published on: 02 November 2020
EnhanceAble, a local registered charity in Kingston, is running the TIN project through the Autumn and Winter months. We will be collecting donations from local businesses and individuals.
Short-term telephone support service at Mind in Kingston to people over 18 who feel isolated and lonely
published on: 22 October 2020
Mind in Kingston are pleased to offer a short-term telephone support service to people over 18 who feel isolated and lonely due to Covid-19 until 31st December 2020.
Young People’s Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Crisis Report October 2020
published on: 14 October 2020
This report was written by Healthwatch Kingston and Richmond in collaboration with Youth Out Loud! (YOL!), a group of young people aged 13-17.
The Wild Mind Project
published on: 12 August 2020
The Wild Mind Project is a not-for-profit organisation that offers early intervention for young people living with, or susceptible to, stress, depression and anxiety.
Letter to parents and carers - COVID-19 Update
published on: 22 June 2020
Please see below Achieving for Children's letter to parents and carers from Charis Penfold (Director for Education Services) and Ian Dodds (Director of Children's Services) regarding the current ...
Community Catalysts - People Can is launching in Kingston
published on: 18 February 2020
The People Can Project will be a ground-breaking project with a focus on disabled and/or autistic people in partnership with Kingston Council and the Public Health team.
Driving Test Theory Test to become more accessible from April
published on: 18 February 2020
From 14 April 2020, the car theory test will include 3 multiple-choice questions based on a short video you'll watch.
Have Your Say Survey
published on: 30 January 2020
Healthwatch Kingston is currently gathering views on health and social care services in Kingston which will inform our work and help us identify our priorities for the future.
Have you experienced problems with the way the AfCinfo and the SEND Local Offer website displays?
published on: 27 December 2019
Have you experienced problems with the way the AfCinfo and the SEND Local Offer website displays? These can be fixed by clearing your browser cache. Follow this link: https://clear-my-cache.
New Director of Children’s Services
published on: 15 November 2019
Ian Dodds, our Managing Director, has been appointed as the new joint Director of Children’s Services (DCS) for Kingston and Richmond Councils.
New free school set to open in Kingston
published on: 07 October 2019
Green light has been given for the King Charles Centre in Surbiton to be sold to the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government and the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
Hungry Little Minds
published on: 02 July 2019
New national campaign launched with ideas to support children's learning at home, or as part of everyday activities like catching the bus or doing the shopping.
Kingston Council teams up with Bentall Centre to install first changing places toilet in town centre
published on: 05 April 2019
Kingston Council is working with the Bentall Centre to improve disabled facilities at Kingston’s iconic shopping centre, with work under way to install the town's first changing places service toilet.
Kingston announces modernisation of children’s centre services
published on: 22 March 2019
Following consultation with residents, services at four children's centres in Kingston will be remodelled as part of plans to provide more outreach services and create family-focused hubs.
Supporting Kids and Teens with Exam Stress in School
published on: 21 March 2019
Jo Steer, Head of the Emotional Health Service for Kingston and Richmond, has become a published author.
Consultation on future SEND services - Statement from Kingston Council
published on: 11 February 2019
The council would like to ensure the facts are clear about the recent SEND consultation which was carried out between 13 December 2018 and 20 January 2019.
Have your say on future funding of services for Richmond children and families with SEND.
published on: 26 October 2018
Richmond Council is inviting parents, carers, young people and other stakeholders for their views on the future of services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabili...
Online Safety Films
published on: 30 August 2018
The UK Safer Internet Centre has published a blog looking at online safety films parents and carers can use with their children to engage them in online safety education.
National Play Day
published on: 02 August 2018
Some photos and a video about the recent Play Day event .
Consultation on proposals for the establishment of new school places in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities
published on: 01 March 2018
Achieving for Children is consulting on behalf of the two councils on proposals to create some additional school places within the two boroughs.
The Daily Mile
published on: 06 February 2018
The aim of The Daily Mile is to improve the physical, social, emotional and mental health and wellbeing of our children – regardless of age, ability or personal circumstances.
School Governing Clerk Recruitment Opportunities
published on: 04 December 2017
Local schools across Richmond and Kingston are looking for skilled communicators interested in becoming Governing Body Clerks.