Hampshire County Council

👏 A #BeeWell buzz for Hampshire schools' success in wellbeing drive 👏 Four schools in Hampshire have been recognised for their innovative plans to improve student wellbeing, winning funding from the #BeeWell programme. Priestlands School, The Hamble School, Crookhorn College, and The New Forest Academy are leading the way with creative initiatives to support their peers’ mental and physical health. Well done to these young changemakers for their positive action Find out more about their inspiring projects and the #BeeWell programme https://lnkd.in/efjQgCjK 📷 1. Priestlands School: Peter Main, Headteacher (centre), and Natalie Peacock, Assistant Headteacher (right), with Priestlands School pupils. 2. The Hamble School: Jade Burgess, #BeeWell Project Manager (left), Jemma Morgan, Deputy Headteacher (second left), Louisa Cambridge, Headteacher (second right), and Natalie Madden, #BeeWell Programme Manager (far right) with The Hamble School pupils. 3. Crookhorn College: Jade Burgess, #BeeWell Project Manager (left), Michaela Bishop, Assistant Headteacher (second left), Natalie Madden, #BeeWell Programme Manager (second right), and Helen Dear, Secondary Inspector for Hampshire County Council (far right) with Crookhorn College pupils.

🌿🌿🌿Would you like to see your Hampshire business recognised for its impressive green initiatives?🌿🌿🌿 If you do, why not enter the Hampshire Business Awards for the Sustainable Green Investment Award. This is one of 16 accolades up for grabs for the high-profile awards organised by The Business Magazine - South East, in partnership with Hampshire County Council, along with the headline sponsor Farnborough Airport. Sponsored by Barratt Homes, the Sustainable Green Investment Award will be presented to the business that has best demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The winner will be a company that has demonstrated a positive impact on the environment, society, and the economy. Entries for the awards close on 30 August 2024, with the gala evening taking place at Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, on Thursday 21 November. To enter the awards, make a nomination or to enquire about how your business can support this not-to-be-missed event, please follow the link below. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehwxYuVx #HBA24 #SustainableBusiness #GreenBusiness #HampshireBusinessAwards #BusinessSuccess Gulfstream Aerospace, Associated British Ports, Herrington Carmichael LLP Milestone Infrastructure, #NobleCompanyHoldings, Barratt Developments plc, Menzies LLP, Utilita Energy Michelle McClean, Sally Thompson, Chris Burchell, Teresa Hogsbjerg, Elizabeth Seaman, Scott Whittle, Andrew Swift Roya C. ⭐️Graham Thompson⭐️ Malcolm Brabon Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), IoD South, Business South, DESTINATION BASINGSTOKE LIMITED, Winchester City Council, Basingstoke and Deane Business, Test Valley Borough Council, Rushmoor for Business, Hart District Council, Gosport Borough Council, Havant Borough Council, Fareham Borough Council, New Forest District Council, East Hampshire District Council, Eastleigh Borough Council

Reflecting on a year of achievements for our Shared Services Partnership, we’re proud to celebrate our 10-year anniversary and the progress we’ve made in 2023/24. We’ve been recognised as a SAP Centre of Excellence and earned the prestigious Payroll Assurance Scheme accreditation. Dive into our annual report to learn more about our journey and what lies ahead. 

Staff and volunteers in our libraries are all set for another reading extravaganza as schools break up. They’ve launched this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, with the theme ‘Marvellous Makers’. Children are being encouraged to explore their creativity through reading and various activities. It’s a fantastic opportunity for children to keep their reading skills fresh over the school holidays while enjoying the books they love. Last year, over 19,000 children participated across Hampshire. Running from 13 July to 7 September, the challenge is open to children aged 4 to 11. By joining, children can keep their reading skills fresh over the school holidays while enjoying the books they love – last year we saw more than 19,000 children join in across the county. Check out our video featuring children talking about their favourite books and some top tips for encouraging reading. #SummerReadingChallenge #HampshireLibraries #Literacy #Education

🚀✨ As part of our commitment to supporting post-16 education and training, including apprenticeships, we’re excited to see the Farnborough Air Show inspiring the next generation on Friday, 26 July. The event features an exciting programme covering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), encouraging children and young people to consider careers in the aerospace industry.  Research from the Pioneers of Tomorrow shows that children start forming careers ideas from as young as six years old, making this a great opportunity to spark their curiosity and ambition. For those considering a career change, at whatever age, the aerospace sector offers numerous opportunities, with a few relevant transferable skills. #Education #STEM #Aerospace #CareerInspiration #FIA2024  Farnborough International

🙏Thank you to our Palliative Care Teams Providing exceptional care and compassion at a difficult time makes a profound difference in the lives of residents and their families, which is why we’re proud to see the work of one of our dedicated teams recognised in a new national award. Laura and the team based at Malmesbury Lawn residential care home in Havant were nominated in two categories of the Palliative Care & and End of Life Care awards announced earlier this month, which reflects their commitment to ensuring residents have the most personalised and appropriate care possible. We’re proud of all our care teams for all the great work that they do every day. #PalliativeCare #HealthcareHeroes #ServingHampshire  Care Talk Magazine

Every child deserves a safe and loving environment. As corporate parents, Hampshire County Council is responsible for the well-being of 1,900 children in care. Many of them live with foster carers, but some live in children’s homes like this one. Here, our dedicated staff ensure they are safe, cared for, happy, and achieving their potential. Meet Glen, Jade, and Teresa, three of our incredible team members who work tirelessly to create a nurturing environment and make a positive impact on the lives of these children every day. We’re proud to announce that our latest outstanding judgement from Ofsted confirms, for the second time in a row, that we continue to care for these children to the highest possible standards. https://lnkd.in/eSB5NyTf #ChildrensServices #ChildProtection #Hampshire #SupportingChildren #OfstedRating #ServingHampshire

🌟 Proud moment! 🌟 Our Children’s Services have received an ‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted once again. Thank you and congratulations to all our staff working across the service tirelessly to make a positive impact on children’s lives. The inspection confirms that Hampshire children and families who need extra help and protection continue to be supported by our teams to the highest standards. Learn more about the difference they are making: https://lnkd.in/eSB5NyTf #ofstedrating #childrensservices #outstanding

Well done to all the students and staff who were celebrated at the inaugural Hampshire Supported Internship Awards. The supported interns, all with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, impressed judges while undertaking a comprehensive programme of study and on-the-job training, building a range of essential skills to help them enter the world of work. The event, funded by the Department for Education as part of its Internships Work programme, also recognised the vital contribution of local employers and teachers to the interns’ success. Read more https://lnkd.in/eqQM9Nbe 📷1. Students Back Row (L – R) Alicia Smith, Jack Lilley, Alyssa Baldwin, Callum Fuoco-Boyd, Alfie Cole, Louis Dewar. Front Row (L -R): Mia Etherington-Smith, Grace Burgess-Drewry, Chloe Pattinson. 📷2. Learning (L- R) South Hampshire College Group - Eastleigh College, HSDC, Hampshire Achieves. 

Ten Hampshire businesses, which are leaders in their fields, have been honoured with a The King's Awards for Enterprise 2024. Previously known as The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, the awards were renamed last year to reflect the King’s desire to continue recognising outstanding UK businesses. The annual awards are presented across four categories – innovation, international trade, sustainable development and promoting opportunity. Throughout the year, Hampshire’s Lord-Lieutenant, Nigel Atkinson, will visit the county’s winning businesses to present their awards on behalf of the King, along with an official certificate and commemorative crystal trophy. The businesses are also entitled to fly a King’s Awards flag at their main office and use the emblem on their marketing materials. Our congratulations go to: Ahmad Tea, based in Chandler’s Ford ­– Sustainable Development Percussion Play, based in Havant – International Trade Symetrica, based at Southampton Science Park, Chilworth – International Trade Driven International Ltd, based in Hook – International Trade Medipharma Group, based in Andover – International Trade Haystack Dryers, based in Ringwood – International Trade Hi-Level Mezzanines Ltd, based in Petersfield – Innovation LevertonHELM, based in Basingstoke – International Trade Systems Interface Ltd, based in Bordon – International Trade CapTech, based in Fareham – International Trade The King’s Awards for Enterprise are free to enter and businesses can apply for more than one category. Applications are open for the 2025 awards until 1pm on 12 September, 2024. Follow this link to the GOV.UK website for details about eligibility and how to enter: http://orlo.uk/wgDq0 #KingsAwardsForEnterprise #UKbusiness #KingsAward #InternationalTrade #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment Optibac Wren Laboratories #Hampshire Michelle McClean Sally Thompson Chris Burchell Malcolm Brabon Andrew Swift Roya C. ⭐️Graham Thompson⭐️Hampshire Chamber of Commerce IoD South Business South