Central England Hub
The Central England Hub was launched in November 2020, previously known as the ‘Oxfordshire and Central’ Hub. The Hub brings together organisations from across the region who are committed to helping children from Armed Forces families to thrive.
The Hub has had a focus on Oxfordshire and would be keen to work more closely with neighbouring regions including Swindon, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. There is a significant military footprint in Oxfordshire with 2,920 service children based across 180 schools. Across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Swindon there are 5753 service pupils.
Hub Aims:
- Support Service children throughout their educational journey, with a particular emphasis on schools with small cohorts of Service children.
- Support local organisations to host a range of events supporting and celebrating Service children.
- Locate and engage relevant stakeholders to enhance the lives of Service children and their supporting professionals.
Previous Activities:
The Hub has organised a range of events and activities for service children and stakeholders including:
- Oxfordshire’s Supporting Service Children’s Education Conference (Mar 2025)
- Oxfordshire’s Festival of Friends
- The Service Pupil Promise
- Higher education outreach events (Future Focus)
Action Plan:
Central England Hub Action Plan
How to get involved:
The Hub works with schools and colleges from across Oxfordshire and central England and also collaborates with local authorities and charities. If you would like more information or are interested in joining please email cefdirectorsoffice@oxfordshire.gov.uk' (FAO to 'SCiP Alliance Hub Lead).
