Updates
Whitley CDA discuss the “Levelling Up” agenda with the BBC
There has been a lot of news about the rising costs of living. How fuel and energy costs are spiralling and the challenges many of us face just trying to stay afloat. Amongst all of this there is also talk of the government’s “Levelling Up” agenda. One of the criticisms is that many “left behind”…
Read MoreGEOFFREY FIELD INFANT SCHOOL GOVERNOR VACANCIES 2021
Could you be Geoffrey Field Infant School’s new governor? Geoffrey Field Infant School are looking for enthusiastic people to join their GoverningBody. Although it is helpful to have previous governance experience, a commitment to doing the best for young people starting their education journey is essential. The following experience is desirable: School finance Strategic leadership…
Read MoreWhitley CDA discuss increasing food costs on Radio Berkshire
Trisha Bennett (our Community Development Coordinator) was featured on BBC Radio Berkshire last Tuesday, January 25th. You can hear Trisha talking with Andrew Peach on the Breakfast show here: Whitley CDA’s food surplus service is being used more and more and not just by those on benefits or with in-work top-ups. The increasing costs of…
Read MoreWhitley CDA celebrates social media and the generosity of our community on Radio Berkshire
Trisha Bennett (our Community Development Coordinator) was featured on BBC Radio Berkshire last Saturday, January 8th. You can hear Trisha talking with Paul Coia on the Breakfast show here: Whitley CDA is incredibly grateful to be part of such a great community on social media. We know that many people are challenged with the negative…
Read MoreWhitley Pride as Whitley CDA win Charity of the Year 2021
When the pandemic hit and things got tough Whitley came together and helped us provide vital support to people in our local community. To be recognised for this is an honour and to represent the best of Whitley made us so very proud. There are so many people to thank, of course, Pride of Reading…
Read MoreOpen Invitation to our Annual General Meeting
Whitley CDA’s annual general meeting (AGM) will be held on Apr 12, 2021 07:00 PM. This year we will be having our AGM on zoom and everyone is invited. If you would like to attend the meeting you can do so by simply following this link and registering. At this meeting we will be presenting…
Read MoreWhat does Whitley CDA stand for?
A few weeks ago Whitley CDA’s trustees decided that it would be a useful exercise for us to reflect on moments from our history, especially as they are often pivotal in shaping what we become. This is our first reflection and what better place to start than what underpins what we do. Whitley CDA is…
Read MoreMeasuring our CO2 Impact
Whitley CDA was formed by local residents with a simple ethos; that Whitley would be regarded as a great place to grow up, live and work. In order to achieve this we have to deliver the outcomes and impacts that the community defines and wants. One of the identified priority outcomes is regarding environmental impact…
Read MoreWhitley CDA supports Marcus Rashford’s drive to end child poverty.
Whitley CDA is disappointed that the Government chose not to extend free school meal vouchers for this half term. We work on the front line and have very close ties with our local community and we can see how hard people have been affected by the pandemic and know how welcome the measure would have…
Read MoreGuides on how your child can get to school in the best & safest way next week
Reading Borough Council and Brighter Futures for Children have provided a number of guides on how you get to school safely next week. Here you can find all the relevant guides for schools in Whitley. Primary Schools; Christ the King Catholic Primary School – Lulworth Road, Reading RG2 8LX Geoffrey Field Infant – Exbourne Road,…
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