Fostering Target Brings Hope for Thousands of Children
Dr Krish Kandiah shares his 20-year fostering journey, highlighting the transformative power of love and support for children in care, as the government sets a new target for foster placements.
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London School's 25-Year No-Exclusion Model for Send Inclusion
TCES Nurture Primary in Newham has not excluded a single pupil in 25 years. Staff say their approach of embedding therapy into daily teaching and never excluding children offers a practical model for true Send inclusion.
Labour's Special Needs Plan Risks Catastrophic Letdown
The government's Send reform focuses on inclusion in schools but faces criticism over funding gaps, legal rights, and potential cuts to support for vulnerable children.
Parents Demand Change After Nursery Worker Sex Abuse Case
Families of victims call for stricter safeguards as Vincent Chan, a serial sex offender, is sentenced for abusing children at a nursery and primary school, highlighting systemic failures.
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Year 8 Student Dies After Medical Emergency at Surrey College
A Year 8 student has died following a medical emergency at Collingwood College in Camberley. Emergency services responded, but the pupil passed away at Frimley Park Hospital.
Early Intervention Strategy for Children Carrying Knives
A new early intervention strategy in England and Wales aims to provide support to children found carrying knives, focusing on prevention rather than punishment.
SEND Crisis: Deprived Areas in England Lagging Behind
A new report reveals that special educational needs and disability provision is severely lacking in England's most deprived areas, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Former Pupil Suspected in North London School Stabbing
A former pupil is the suspect in the stabbing of two boys at a North London school, raising urgent safety concerns and prompting a police investigation.
Canada School Shooting: Latest Updates and Facts
A detailed overview of the recent school shooting in Canada, including timeline, casualties, and ongoing investigation developments.
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Canada School Shooting: Latest Developments and Investigation
Authorities provide updates on the recent school shooting in Canada, detailing the incident, response efforts, and community impact as the investigation continues.
Inclusion Bases Mandated for Neurodiverse Pupils in English Schools
New government guidance requires English secondary schools to create inclusion areas for neurodiverse and Send pupils as part of a £3.7bn Send overhaul.
Double Stabbing at London School: Teen Arrested
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two boys, aged 12 and 13, were stabbed at Kingsbury High School in northwest London. Both victims are in serious condition in hospital.
Jan Leeming on Training Kids for Public Behaviour
Former newsreader Jan Leeming's comments about unruly children in restaurants have ignited a parenting debate, emphasising the need to teach social etiquette.
£6bn SEND Crisis: Reforms to Change Children's Lives
The UK government faces a £6bn black hole in special educational needs funding, with reforms expected soon to address soaring demand and legal challenges.
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Nursery Worker Guilty of Sexual Offences Against Toddlers
Nathan Bennett, 30, found guilty of multiple sexual offences against five children aged two and three at Partou King Street nursery in Bristol following disturbing investigation.
Boy Hospitalised After Spiked Vape on School Bus
A Year 8 pupil was left 'totally out of it' and required hospital treatment after using a vape allegedly spiked with drugs on a school bus in Northumbria.
Special Needs Support Guaranteed by Education Minister
Education Minister Georgia Gould confirms children with special needs in England will keep current school places and assistance levels, amid government overhaul plans.
Milford Haven Pupil Charged After Teacher Stabbing
A 15-year-old pupil at Milford Haven Comprehensive School has been charged with grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article after a teacher was stabbed.
£88m Drive Aims to Recruit 10,000 Foster Carers
The UK government has announced an £88 million plan to recruit 10,000 new foster carers by the end of the next parliament, targeting younger and more diverse households.
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High Absence Rates Among Autistic Pupils in UK
A new survey shows one in six autistic pupils have not attended school since September, with mental health issues and unsuitable placements cited as key factors.
Disabled Children's Legal Rights 'Red Lines' in Send Overhaul
Charities and experts warn ministers that any dilution of legal rights for disabled children would cross 'red lines' as government prepares major Send changes in England.
Families Sue Nursery Over Paedophile Worker's Abuse
Forty-six families are taking legal action against Bright Horizons nursery in West Hampstead after their fears about paedophile worker Vincent Chan were ignored, with calls for corporate prosecution.
Families Sue Nursery Chain Over Paedophile Abuse
Multiple families are taking legal action against Bright Horizons after Vincent Chan, a nursery worker, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing children at a north London branch.
46 Families Sue Nursery Over Paedophile Worker Abuse
Families of 46 victims are taking legal action against a North London nursery, alleging it ignored concerns about a paedophile worker who abused children for nearly two years.
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Ex-Eton Teacher Jailed for Pupil Sexual Abuse
Jacob Leland, a former Russian teacher at Eton College, has been sentenced to over three years in prison for sexually assaulting a vulnerable pupil at his accommodation and on a school trip.
Family's Worry Over Send Reforms Impact on Disabled Child
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children as government plans to overhaul special educational needs system loom, with one family sharing their struggle.
Parents Fear Losing Support in Send Reforms
A new survey reveals half of parents of children with complex needs feel nervous about upcoming special needs education reforms in England, with many fearing vital support will be taken away.
Islington Youth Justice Success Story: Teen's Turnaround
Romani Notice, 17, avoided youth detention at 14 and now aims for a construction career after therapy and community service in Islington, highlighting the borough's outstanding youth justice system.
Beyond Screen Time: Hands-On Projects for Children
Experts argue children need meaningful projects, not just less screen time. Red Paper Plane's Design Champions programme shows how hands-on learning builds skills.
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South London Children's Home Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
A Southwark Council-run children's home in South London has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the exceptional care provided to children with social and emotional difficulties.
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