This category captures all the work that is being done to improve the health and wellbeing for children and young people.
A Child Trust Fund is a long-term tax-free savings account, the government set up these accounts for anyone born between September 2002 and January 2011, with an initial contribution of £250 or £500. Over time, the funds in the CTF…
The Newham public team in collaboration with Kaizen Primary School held a vibrant herb and flower stall just before the Easter break. Year 4 pupils from the school held the stall at Stratford Broadway market, selling rosemary, thyme, mint, and…
Self-Care Week an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self-care across communities, families and generations. This year’s theme set by the Self Care Forum charity is ‘Mind & Body’. The theme supports our Well Newham values,…
The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH) recently delivered a lesson aimed at tackling myths and misconceptions around autism. These are just as relevant for adults as they are for children and young people. Some of us may…
Have you heard of Play Streets? A Play Street is when a street is temporarily closed to through traffic for 3-5 hours, so that children can play safely outside, adults can meet with their neighbours and everyone can enjoy a…
Get outside and get active this summer and take part in our six-week summer holiday challenge, starting on Monday 22 July to Sunday 1 September! For more information, please visit
Since April 2024, GLL, Newham’s new leisure provider has been coordinating Newham entries into the London Youth Games on behalf of Newham Council and in that time facilitated Newham’s participation at 24 events from a range of sports such as…
Lorraine has lived in Newham for 36 years and has shown her dedication to her community and her commitment to supporting others in countless ways over the years. She has had personal struggles, such as homelessness and unemployment, but she…
As Principal of Newham College, which provides education to 7,000 Newham residents every year, Paul puts student welfare, safety and a positive experience of learning at the very heart of his teaching philosophy. He is aware of the powerful correlation…
