Children and Young People
North Hertfordshire District Council provides a range of services and support for children and young people. We are part of the North Herts District Childrens Trust Partnership. The Partnership takes the lead in taking forward priorities to improve the lives of children and young people. These priorities are described in the North Herts Children and Young Peoples Plan (6934KB) (link opens in a new window)
Services for Young People
North Herts District Council supports the development of youth clubs across the District which are run by other agencies through advice and funding. We also support a range of opportunities for young people to express their views and influence local decision making, such as Youth Question Time, Youth Councils and an annual Youth Conference.
For more information on services for young people, visit our Youth page.
Sports Development: sports courses, clubs and sports grants
The Sports Development service works with local sports clubs and leisure facilities to provide a range of sports opportunities. Throughout the year there are a number of sports festivals and the annual Herts Youth Games. The Sports Development service co-ordinates the passport for excellent scheme and sports grants programme for children and young people. We also provide support to the North Herts Community Sports Network, Sport North Herts.
For more information on sports development in North Herts, visit our sports page.
Play Development: after school and holiday play opportunities, and the North Herts Play Partnership
The Play Development service supports a range of play projects in different areas of the District, providing after school and holiday play opportunities, and supporting the development of play services. The Play Development service also co-ordinates the North Herts Play Partnership.
For more information on play development in North Herts, visit our play page.
Out of School Play and Sports Opportunities
The Childrens Services Team provide and support a range of after school and holiday play and sports opportunities. For more information on current and upcoming opportunities visit our Out of School Play and Sport page.
