News and events

What is happening locally about elective home education.

Have your say on the future of opportunities for young people in West Sussex

We're developing a new Young People's Strategy for 2027 to 2032 and want to hear from young people and families. 

Your feedback will help inform future priorities and opportunities across the county. 

Take part in the survey (external link)

Go All In Festival at the library

Check out our author talks and workshops for young people from West Sussex Libraries.

TeenTech Sussex free virtual event

  • Tuesday 20 October 2026 - 9.30am to 10.30am

This event will help young people understand the range of opportunities across digital, science and technology. For more information visit TeenTech Festival.

Ask the Careers Advisor virtual event

  • Tuesday 3 November 2026 - 4pm to 6pm

Join the EHE team and Melanie from the Careers team to find out about qualifications and post 16 options, plus a chance to ask questions.
Join via Teams - Meeting ID: 361 398 265 875 4. Passcode: jr7wB7RS

Amberley Museum Home Educators' days

Explore the museum at your own pace and try special activities on:

  • Wednesday 18 November 2026 - 10am to 4pm

Tickets cost £10 and you can get them from Amberley Museum.

Parenting peer support drop-ins

As a parent or carer, between September and December 2026, you can get support to help with your child's mental health.

For more information and to book a free in-person or online session, visit West Sussex Mind.

SpringPod virtual work experience

This website offers virtual work experience, where you can have a go at some of the tasks from a variety of different jobs. For more information visit SpringPod.

West Sussex family learning

Free learning programmes for the whole family to learn together, online or in venues around West Sussex.

For more information visit family learning.

 
Last updated:
14 October 2026
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