Your Life Doncaster

💬Have your say: Childcare Survey💬
We are planning childcare needs across Doncaster to ensure we have enough provision for our families in the future.
We are interested in your childcare situation and what your future needs may be.
Please complete this survey and help us plan and support the childcare provision in Doncaster.
Complete the survey here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...
‼️The survey closes on Sunday 8th September 2024

📢Last chance to have your say📢

A major regeneration of Mexborough is planned, with approximately £24m earmarked to bring significant improvements to its town centre.

We're asking what residents want to see develop in Mexborough - have your say here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35ssi3MBKwHs3pFmTUwvxukMtpUMlk2UlMyNzZINTQ1VU9PV1gwMzNBU1k5VS4u&fbclid=IwY2xjawEQPwxleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcWB14zMyPrxuoMkj6I8Z1LIKddk0Q3LnbghX39AvT9TOct1Zlq_TpVbGA_aem_Hmu2yut6YWIqr5Jgtk5BYQ

In Armthorpe tomorrow, the Carers Action Group in partnership with Doncaster Wellbeing Service is holding a special drop in event (Friday 14 June) to recognise our unpaid carers and provide all the latest information, support and advice that’s available.

Are you a landlord looking for a bit more support?

Our housing team are offering a drop-in session at Mexborough Library on 14th June to assist with advice and guidance on a range of rental topics and issues.

No need to book – just turn up between 10am and midday!

Further information: https://www.yourlifedoncaster.co.uk/Events/drop-in-session-for-private-landlords

Wishing Derek Fretwell a joyous 90th birthday! The entire Doncaster Council extends heartfelt birthday greetings to Derek. Having dedicated 25 years as a school crossing patrol officer and still working at his post in Kirk Sandall. Derek may be off duty today, but he'll soon return to his beloved post.

⚠️Road Works Update⚠️

Overnight Road Closures - Cockhill Lane / Carr Lane, Old Edlington

Road resurfacing, street lighting, drainage and signage improvements will begin at the above location on Monday 11 March. Due to the nature of the works and the location, a full road closure will be required.

Closures will affect travel to and from: Conisbrough, Edlington, Clifton, Stainton, Braithwell, Wadworth & Micklebring.

As the roundabouts feed 5 different roads to connecting villages, all works are to be undertaken on nights between the hours of 18:00 – 06:00.

Further information: https://www.yourlifedoncaster.co.uk/News/overnight-road-closures-cockhill-lane-carr-lane-old-edlington

Are you running a family focused session or activity during the Easter school holidays?🐣🐰

We are pulling together a full list of family-friendly events, activities, and sessions that are taking place in Doncaster over the Easter school holidays!

These will be promoted in our website and newsletters that are send to over 90,000 residents!

If you are running a session or activity aimed at young people or families over half-term, or know of one in your local area, let us know by completing our form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35ssmLpC6aHWftEirRh_iVGDTtUNlZJUFhGNENPUTJZVzJMSFhWUU00WVNYQSQlQCN0PWcu&wdLOR=c58466B96-B91C-42C8-9C4B-66B2A9D88250

Received mental health support whilst pregnant?
City of Doncaster Council want to know about your experience with mental health support to advise us on improving future services, including:
• Health Visiting
• Midwifery
• Family Hubs
• Mental Health Services
…or anywhere else you may have received support with your mental health.
A parent advisory group is being set up as a safe space to share your experiences, led by a mum who has also received support from Doncaster services. Get involved by emailing: [email protected]

Interested in becoming a childminder?

Did you know that, before you apply to Ofsted to register as a childminder, you’ll need to complete a Pre-Registration Course.

You can benefit from City of Doncaster Council’s great training package, for only £60.

📅Friday 23 February 2024
⏰9am – 4pm
📍Central Family Hub, Welcome Way, Doncaster, DN1 3LE (next to Atlas Academy)

Book your place today: https://buy.doncaster.gov.uk/Event/223778?fbclid=IwAR30NNO-iaTEWXDY76FJws-VMe-GJuZoDK5oQz6JaEQY6zNKCZBiKuWMkUo

Are you running any sessions, clubs or activities during the February half-term holidays?

We are pulling together a full list of events, activities, and sessions that are taking place in Doncaster over half-term to share with residents, to ensure all families can find something to take the kids to over the school break.

If you are running a session or activity aimed at young people or families over half-term, or know of one in your local area, let us know by completing our form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35ssvk2Xi3jDXRCgHILEVPkW_NUQ1NVOEFMU0lNVTMyUDlYWFpVMEcwNVAxSi4u

Did you know... 🤔

63% of adults say that they receive up to seven presents each year which they'll never use.

Buying less, buying second-hand and considering the materials we use are all factors to consider in creating a sustainable Christmas.

For more tips and tricks on helping the climate this Christmas:

www.yourlifedoncaster.co.uk/sustainable-celebrations

Doncaster Council are continuing to support Environment Agency with the repairs to the embankment at Ea Beck, Thorpe Marsh.

Successful temporary repair works have been completed this week, with further more permanent repair works planned over the next weeks. Due to low water levels, the water pumps have now been switched off – they will remain in place until next week due to the strong winds.

One road closure – at Thorpe Bank – remains in place.

The embankment will continue to be inspected regularly, and local residents will be informed of any major updates over the Christmas period.

🔔Don't forget: apply for your reception & primary school places for 2024 now!🔔

Apply now: https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/primary-admissions?fbclid=IwAR16ShBnlpAsInsJLr3jNFRPjJ5zsp0g0Bs0H2qW_VsTDpRL9Z6uTbH3YgM

🍎Don't forget: Reception & primary school applications📚

Applications for both reception and junior school places for September 2024 are now OPEN!

Make sure you apply before the closing date on 15th January 2024.

You can apply by clicking on the link in the comments⬇️

Doncaster Council continues to provide support to the Environment Agency who are working proactively to reduce the risks associated with movement on the flood embankment at the Ea Beck, Thorpe Marsh.

Five high volume pumps have been deployed and continue to move water away from the Ea Beck to manage river levels.

Regular visual inspections are being carried out by EA teams and river level monitoring equipment is in place to alert flood incident duty teams of any further deterioration to keep residents and properties safe.

The EA and Danvm Drainage Commissioners are also proactively managing water levels in Thorpe Marsh Reservoir to create capacity. We have worked hard to support these efforts by enforcing road closures, preparing additional communications and have extensive contingency planning in place in conjunction with other partners.

Householders in nearby areas should remain vigilant and familiarise themselves with information, advice and guidance in case this situation does not improve.

This can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/check-if-youre-at-risk-of-flooding or check out the live flood warning map at https://flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/map

Due to continued high levels of rainfall, Doncaster Council is working with the Environment Agency to manage water levels in the Ea Beck and River Don.

Operational work is currently being undertaken on the Thorpe Bank riverbank. This involves water pumping equipment which is present in the Almholme area to ease the pressure on the Ea Beck riverbank. Therefore, Thorpe Bank is closed to motorists from Thorpe Lane to Fordstead Lane.

Fordstead Lane is also closed between Thorpe Bank and Ea beck so please avoid the area and plan your journey accordingly.

To keep up to date with the latest information, advice and guidance, visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/floods

A drop in session will take place for private landlords and owners next Monday at the Civic Office in Doncaster.

Further details 👇👇👇

ROADWORKS UPDATE, ARMTHORPE - NUTWELL LANE

Please be aware the temporary traffic lights on Nutwell Lane have been broken into overnight causing delays in the area.

The problem will be rectified as soon as possible.

Do you need a new household appliance but are struggling to afford one?

To find out more about the domestic appliance referral service, you can:
📞Call: 03030 300 010
📩E-mail: [email protected]
Pop into your local Your Place Hub and the team will help you!

Do you need a new household appliance but are struggling to afford one?

An affordable and convenient way to access a wide selection of the latest household appliances is through a referral to Community First, they provide any items available at discounted prices. You have the option to make full payment or choose an inexpensive loan plan.

To find out more about the domestic appliance referral service, you can:

📞Call: 03030 300 010
📩E-mail [email protected]
Pop into your local Your Place Hub and the team will help you!

Are you running a family focused session or activity during the October half-term holidays?

Tell us about your half-term event & we'll help spread the word across Doncaster: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35ssvk2Xi3jDXRCgHILEVPkW_NUNjJCNVA0Q0pBUldZUTBFRDJMTUFLVzZZRy4u

Are you running a family focused session or activity during the October half-term holidays?

We are pulling together a full list of family-friendly events, activities, and sessions that are taking place in Doncaster over half-term to share with parents and care-givers, to ensure all families can find something to take the kids to over the school break.

If you are running a session or activity aimed at young people or families over half-term, or know of one in your local area, let us know by completing our form.

Tell us about your event: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35ssvk2Xi3jDXRCgHILEVPkW_NUNjJCNVA0Q0pBUldZUTBFRDJMTUFLVzZZRy4u

We will be promoting these on our social media channels and email newsletters to residents shortly.

📅This Thursday: Meet & Chat @ Conisbrough Library📅

Join Your Place on Thursday 21 September from 9:30am, to chat about any worries or stresses & our team will connect you to local support!

Find out more at: Conisbrough Community Library

📢CALLING LANDLORDS IN EDLINGTON📢

We would like to extend our invitation to you to attend the upcoming Edlington Royal Estate Landlord Forum to be held as below:

👉Friday, 22 September from 2 pm to 4 pm
👉The Grainger Centre, Stubbins Hill, Edlington, Doncaster, DN12 1JN
👉Agenda: The Royal Estate Housing Option Appraisal consultation with landlords by SQW

The purpose of this forum is to carry out consultation with the landlords on Edlington Royal Estate housing option appraisal, which is being currently undertaken.

We anticipate this forum to be engaging and informative, allowing opportunities for discussion and sharing your experience. Please make every effort to attend, as your participation and your valuable input are crucial in shaping the future of the Royal Estate.

Should you have any question, please feel free to contact Catherine Chapman, by email at [email protected].

Important Note:
Please be aware that this meeting is strictly intended for landlords who own and manage residential dwellings on the Royal Estate.

Looking for plans for this sunny Saturday?

Head to Balby Family Fest!

🗓️ Saturday, September 9th 🗓️
⏰ 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ⏰

🎶 Live music? Check!
🎨 Arts and crafts? Double check!
🎈 Circus Skills, face painting, and more? You got it! 🎈🎨🦄

Bring your friends, family and neighbours, dogs are welcome too!

See you on the 9th! 🎊🎈🎉

Come and join us for a great family day out this Saturday at Balby Family Fest!

POV you found the perfect way to spend last week of the school holidays (without spending a penny):

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Celebrate the 100 year anniversary of one of Doncaster's most famous parks. As part of the DnOne weekend, award-winning Elmfield Park is hosting a family fun day.

There are so many fun things and activities to do. You're not going to want to miss out!

Join us to mark this day at the Doncaster Ukrainian Centre on Thursday 24th August 2023 from 1pm to 4pm.

Приєднайтесь до нас, щоб відзначити цей день в Українському центрі Донкастера Четвер, 24 серпня 2023 року, з 13:00 до 16:00.

Tea and cakes will be available and hopefully a video link to Ukraine. There will be an informal opportunity for you to say a few words if you wish, recite a poem or sing a song. Please do join us if you can.

Буде чай та тістечка. Сподіваємося, відеозв'язок з Україною. Буде неформальна можливість при бажання сказати кілька слів, продекламувати вірш або заспівати пісню.

Slava Ukraini!

Getting back to school or starting at a new school can be so exciting for young people and their families. For some however, the idea of returning to or starting at a new school in September can be a worrying time for so many reasons.

Whether you’re a parent worried about the costs of your loved ones going back to school such as uniform and transport, or whether it’s a concern about a young person’s mental health, there can be lots of barriers to getting to school and we want to support you in any way that we can.

Find all the back to school help & support you need over on Your Life Doncaster: https://www.yourlifedoncaster.co.uk/back-to-school?fbclid=IwAR3TQEaoRW9ZOU0CeWo3ZHabDuC8r2iWvUI7PPdQcHZPnh114ZplwBzblGo

🚂Flying Scotsman is coming home!🚂

Mark your calendars for 11 & 12 November, when residents can visit the iconic locomotive for free and even step onto the famous footplate!

More details on the visit to follow.

Read more: https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/News/flying-scotsman-is-coming-home

We are extremely excited to announce that Flying Scotsman is returning home to its birthplace of Doncaster!🚂

On 11 & 12 November, members of the public can visit the iconic locomotive for free - and even step onto the footplate, here in Doncaster!

Further details on how residents will be able to visit Flying Scotsman during its stay to follow in the coming weeks.

📰Read on: https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/News/flying-scotsman-is-coming-home