#ChildFriendlyLeeds

L-R Joe Salmond, La-Niyah Fuller, Nellie Brennan, Maahnoor Rauf and Ranw Amin, pupils at Chapel Allerton Primary.
17th July 2026
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Leeds pupils capture city life for future generations

Primary school pupils across Leeds have created a thought-provoking message for future generations as the city marks a major historic anniversary. Children from schools throughout the city prepared a series of time capsules, which were buried on July 13 — exactly 400 years after Leeds received its first royal charter from King Charles I.…
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Holbeck Together was the winner of the Children’s Choice Award – Best place in Leeds.
5th July 2026
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Carnival Spirit Shines as Charity Wins Children’s Choice at Landmark Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2026

Children in Leeds have voted a local charity that helps create special memories for hundreds of families as the city’s top choice for young people at this year’s landmark Child Friendly Leeds Awards 2026. Holbeck Together won the Children’s Choice Award — the only category decided entirely by children — at the prestigious annual…
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Children's Mayor of Leeds
14th November 2025
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Leeds Welcomes Sienna Silva-Farber as New Children’s Mayor

A new Children’s Mayor of Leeds has been officially elected, with a powerful pledge to tackle bullying, discrimination and poverty over the coming year. Sienna Silva-Farber, 10, a pupil at Harewood C of E Primary School, has been named Children’s Mayor of Leeds for 2025–2026 following a closely contested election. This year’s vote saw…
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The Lord Mayor of Leeds Charity Appeal ‘Just One Day’
7th March 2025
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Lord Mayor of Leeds’ Charity Appeal Celebrates Great Success

The Lord Mayor of Leeds’ annual charity appeal marked a resounding success this year with its engaging theme, ‘One Day To Play’. This innovative initiative aimed to raise funds for the Lord Mayor’s chosen charity, the Leeds Community Foundation, by inviting the community to participate in playful activities that not only bring joy but…
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Child Friendly Leeds
9th February 2025
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Leeds Steps Up Recruitment and Support for Foster Carers

A recent report from Leeds City Council highlights the city’s proactive efforts to recruit and support foster carers in response to the rising demand for child placements. The report, which is set to be discussed by senior councillors at the next Wednesday’s executive board meeting, outlines a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing the…
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Councillor Mary Harland
3rd January 2025
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Child’s Play: New Outdoor Scheme Brings Joy and Positive Impact to Leeds Community

A new outdoor play and learning initiative has added excitement to a local community while highlighting Leeds City Council’s ongoing dedication to ensuring children and young people have the best opportunities to thrive and grow. The new initiative, named ‘Play Together, Talk Together’, features seven interactive installations prominently located at the Compton Centre Community…
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Woodlea playground is one of many playgrounds across Leeds that have been updated in 2024.
8th November 2024
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Meanwood Playground Reopens with Fresh Look After Extensive Renovation

The Woodlea Playground in Meanwood has reopened following a substantial upgrade to its play equipment, marking it as one of the numerous play areas throughout Leeds to receive enhancements this year. Constructed concurrently with the neighboring estate about two decades ago, this was the playground’s first update since its original installation. In a 2021…
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Rob Burrow
15th June 2024
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Leeds City Council Commits to Permanent Tribute for Local Hero Rob Burrow

Leeds City Council has reaffirmed its dedication to honoring the remarkable life and contributions of Rob Burrow, the beloved Leeds Rhinos icon. Rob Burrow, who captured the hearts of many globally with his efforts to fundraise and increase awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) following his diagnosis in 2019, passed away earlier this month.…
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Child Friendly City
15th June 2024
2 mins read

Senior Councillors to Approve Consultation on Proposed Transport Assistance Changes for Post-16 Learners with SEND

Leeds City Council Seeks Approval from Senior Councillors to Consult on Changes to Transport Assistance for Post-16 Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). While the council is legally required to provide free travel arrangements from home to school for eligible children of compulsory school age, it is not similarly obliged to extend…
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Tom Riordan, the Chief Executive of Leeds City Council
10th May 2024
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Tom Riordan’s Tenure at Leeds City Council: A Decade of Impactful Leadership

Tom Riordan, the Chief Executive of Leeds City Council, has announced his decision to step down at the end of the year to pursue new opportunities. After a 14-year tenure leading the country’s second-largest local authority, Riordan feels it’s time to embrace new challenges. As one of the UK’s longest-serving local government chiefs, Riordan…
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HRH Princess of Wales in Leeds
10th November 2023
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Celebration of early childhood kicks off this November in Leeds

Parents, babies and professionals will be taking part in events across Leeds to celebrate Baby Week, a weeklong celebration of early childhood, from Tuesday 14 November. Celebrating differences, understanding cultures, and taking inspiration from art, play, and self-identity are the core ideas running throughout the week, with this year’s theme being ‘culture and identity’.…
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