From helping an elderly parent stay independent to supporting a friend with a disability, adult social care touches the lives of thousands of people across Wolverhampton every day. Most people will need adult social care at some point in their lives, either for themselves or for someone they care about. Yet many people are unaware …
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Adult Education Wolverhampton learners are celebrating after achieving a remarkable 100% pass rate in both GCSE English and GCSE Maths. The outstanding results reflect the dedication of the 64 adult learners and the commitment of the service’s specialist teaching staff who support residents to gain the qualifications they need to progress in work, further learning …
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The City of Wolverhampton Council is appealing for volunteers to join its Independent Education Appeal Panel. The panel hears appeals from parents who have been refused a place for their child at their preferred school, and reviews decisions around the exclusion of pupils. Full training will be provided with the opportunity to observe a hearing. …
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A pioneering recovery programme in Wolverhampton is helping people struggling with addiction to make the difficult transition from treatment back into everyday life. The RISE Day Hab programme, co-facilitated by SUIT and Recovery Near You and supported by the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Public Health team, helps individuals to achieve long term recovery within their …
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Wavensmere Homes’ £150m Wolverhampton Canalside South development is preparing to welcome its first residents. An initial tranche of 30 family homes are ready to move into at the 17 acre former British Steel site and Crane Foundry, which had lain derelict since 2009. 50% of the 378 family houses at the city centre regeneration scheme …
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The City of Wolverhampton Council’s Cabinet Member for Adults, Councillor Linda Leach, recently visited Action4Independence to learn more about the support it provides for adults with care and support needs across the city. Action4Independence, based on Albert Road, supports over 60 adults with a learning disability or living with dementia. It offers a wide range …
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Staff from across the City of Wolverhampton Council’s children’s and adult social care services came together at Bantock House on Friday (14 August, 2026) to recognise the dedication and professionalism that contributed to 2 positive inspection outcomes. The event saw colleagues reflect on the recent Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections, which rated …
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Senior representatives from the Department for Education (DfE) and national government departments visited Wolverhampton yesterday (Monday 17 August) to see at first hand how the city is delivering innovative support for children, young people and families through its Families First for Children Pathfinder programme. Hosted at the Best Start Family Hub in Graiseley, the visit …
City of Wolverhampton Council planners have approved £16.4 million proposals for a new million Broadmeadow Special School in Pendeford, paving the way for more specialist school places for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The proposals – which are still subject to final agreement from the Department for Education – …
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Careers advisers from Connexions are on hand to help students decide what to do next after collecting their exam results. They will be in a number of city schools on GCSE results day this Thursday (20 August, 2026) and are offering daily drop in sessions at the Civic Centre over the coming weeks to support …
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