First News Named Niche Market Newspaper of the Year!

As the UK’s only children’s newspaper, First News has spent nearly 20 years delivering trustworthy, age-appropriate journalism. Our dedicated team covers headline news alongside environmental stories, science reports, ‘crazy but true’ features, showbiz and sport. We also provide a platform for budding young journalists, empowering them to share their opinions, observations and reports.

Our mission – to help children navigate the news, distinguish fact from fiction, develop informed opinions and influence societal change – has never been more crucial. According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024, misinformation and disinformation are the most severe global risks anticipated over the next two years. It is vital that young people develop critical thinking skills, learn to evaluate sources and engage responsibly with media. Media and information literacy matters – and it is at the heart of everything we do at First News.

Each week, we reach over 2.6 million readers – at home and in schools – through our printed newspaper, app and news-based learning resources. This reach carries a great responsibility: to provide factual stories, context, balance and reassurance. Our impartial, age-appropriate content breaks down complex news in a way that young readers, parents and teachers can trust.

The Niche Market Newspaper of the Year award recognises First News for its excellence in print production, design, content and commercial innovation.

Nicky Cox MBE, Editor-in-Chief, says:

“We are absolutely thrilled to win this award! Congratulations to our fantastic team. This award is dedicated to our 2.6 million young readers. For so many years, we have helped children make sense of an increasingly confusing world, and we are proud to continue this mission. Thank you to everyone who has worked with us and supported us in giving children a voice.”