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As Northorpe Hall launches its new Me + My Normal  report, Rosa Forrest, Parent Support and Neurodevelopmental Lead, shares the story behind the project — how it was created with parents and young people, what it’s achieved so far, and why embracing our own version of “normal” matters more than ever. Rosa Forrest (pictured centre), with Dipika Kaushal (Chief Executive Officer - Left) and Grainne McMahon (Research and Evaluation Consultant - Right) When I look back at Me + My

Some places you join just for the job. At Northorpe Hall, you join for something bigger — a chance to belong, grow, and contribute to something deep and lasting. Every day, behind the scenes and in conversations with staff, a theme comes up over and over: people talk about “seeing the difference,” “being part of something that matters,” and “working with others who believe.” The culture here is more than perks or benefits — it’s rooted in a shared passion to transform young l

As the festive season approaches, we’re inviting you to spread some cheer with your loved ones while supporting a cause that truly makes a difference. Here at Northorpe Hall Child + Family Trust , we’re passionate about improving the lives of children, young people, and families across Kirklees. From providing mental health and wellbeing support, to creating safe spaces where families can connect and grow, every penny raised helps us continue to be there for those who need us

This World Mental Health Day, we're dedicated to highlighting the urgent need for better support for neurodivergent young people — by sharing how our pioneering new programme, Me + My Normal , is already changing lives. Celebrating Uniqueness Through ‘Me and My Normal’ At Northorpe Hall, we’ve been supporting children, young people, and families for more than 60 years. Over that time, we’ve seen how difficult it can be for families to find the right help after a neurodevelopm

At Northorpe Hall, we’ve always believed that every child deserves a learning environment that works for them. That’s why we’re so excited to open our new Home Education Hub  here in Mirfield — a welcoming space dedicated to supporting the growing number of families choosing to home educate across West Yorkshire. The number of families opting for Elective Home Education is on the rise. Over 4,500 children in West Yorkshire are now learning at home, part of a national 21% incr