Debbie Andre

13, May 2022·1 min read

New October half term dates agreed – but not in force until 2023

The 2022 half term dates had already been set so the return to two weeks in October won't come into force just yet

Chillerton and Rookley Primary School and Debbie Andre

9, May 2022·2 min read

Chillerton and Rookley Primary School will remain open, Cabinet member reveals (updated)

Cllr Andre paid tribute to the professionalism of the staff during the period of uncertainty

Bucket and spade on beach with pier in the background

8, May 2022·1 min read

Letter: October half-term consultation claims ‘simply ridiculous, and very misleading’

Cllr Brading says the claims a decision to revert to a one-week autumn half term was based on a small consultation carried out before Cllr Andre came to post, is "simply ridiculous, and very misleading"

5, May 2022·1 min read

A return to two-week October half term school holiday all set for green light

Not all schools use the Isle of Wight Council-agreed dates. Academies, voluntary aided, foundation and free schools set their own term dates

29, April 2022·1 min read

The Isle of Wight’s first Community Pantry opens in East Cowes

The idea of the scheme is that someone struggling to make ends meet pays £5 to receive £15 worth of food

19, April 2022·1 min read

Numbers released of how many Isle of Wight parents gained primary school of their choice

The allocation of primary school places on the Isle of Wight was released today, with details of how many parents got their first choice school

8, April 2022·2 min read

Free children’s activities this Easter for a range of eligible children and young people

The activities are not just restricted to those on free school meals. Those with EHCP, those open to social care or with SEND are also eligible

7, April 2022·2 min read

Isle of Wight council launch community pantry scheme to help Islanders who are struggling with rising costs

Access to the community pantry is by way of membership, and for a small weekly contribution, members receive food to a significantly higher value

Children running in wellies and wearing rain macs

16, March 2022·1 min read

Book now for free activities over Easter holidays for eligible young people

Free places are available for children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals and on a paid-for basis as well

14, March 2022·1 min read

Young people find out more about apprenticeship opportunities

It was the first in-person apprenticeships fair for young people in over two years

West Wight Timebank food parcels being made up

9, March 2022·2 min read

Still time to apply for funding to support your community group’s activities to help others

Funding is available to schools, churches and local voluntary and charity groups to coordinate a range of measures that support families facing hardship

1, March 2022·1 min read

95 per cent of pupils offered place at one of their preferred secondary schools (updated)

Only 83 per cent of pupils received their first choice of secondary school for September 2022

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