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Westmorland and Furness Council have launched a new early‑years resource aimed at helping families enjoy simple, meaningful activities that support children’s development. The ‘50 Things to Do Before You’re 5’ sheet brings together a range of free or low‑cost ideas designed to encourage play, exploration, and quality family time.

We’re working to make our area a more fun, safe, and supportive place for children and young people — and we need your ideas to make it happen.

We are gathering experiences of people who are Kinship Carers, or of young people who have experienced kinship care, so we can work together to shape and improve the future for kinship carers.

On Monday 12 January Ofsted published a new report highlighting the ongoing excellent improvement in Westmorland and Furness Council's Children Services.

A new national guide to help parents with potty training is now available.

Would you like to make a difference in your community and help shape the future for young people?

Huntley Avenue Home Rated Outstanding across all areas, and Hart Street, rated as Good by Ofsted.

Westmorland and Furness Council announce the Winter (Christmas) Holiday and Food (HAF) programme is open for bookings.  

Westmorland and Furness Council is one of six local authorities taking part in a national pilot programme, commissioned by the Department for Education, to work with families who need therapeutic support.

Westmorland and Furness Council are developing a scheme to encourage young people aged 18-25 who are leaving care to access and enjoy the health benefits of free Better Leisure Centre membership across Westmorland and Furness.