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Primary school admissions

Parents who have children starting primary school next September are being reminded to apply for their child’s school place before Friday 15 January 2027.

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Report tree problems

View our tree care and management schedule for trees in the borough and how you can report problems.

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Get help with the cost of living

Find out what you can claim, how to apply and where to go for advice.

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Bookstart Baby and Bear Clubs

Many of our libraries offer free storytime and singing sessions with Bookstart Bear for children under the age of 5 years old and their parents. These sessions can help to develop early language skills.

Find your nearest Bookstart Baby or Bear Club
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Money, debt and benefit advice

Find resources and advice to help with your benefits, including Pension Credit. You can also find support if you can't afford your energy bills, money or debts.

Get help and advice on money, debt and benefits
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Fostering in the borough of Rochdale

Fostering is a way of caring for other people's children and young people away from their family home. Take your first step to giving childhood a chance.

You can chat with our friendly Fostering Team about the fostering process and ask any questions you might have.

Find out more about fostering

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A vision for positive change

We’re preserving our heritage and creating a borough brimming with life, leisure and culture.

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