Derren Hayes

Derren Hayes

derren.hayes@markallengroup.com

The London borough is in the 20% most deprived councils in England. Picture: Nigel/Adobe Stock
Best Practice

Local Spotlight: Lewisham Council

Social Care
The May edition of CYP Now is packed with news, features and best practice.
News

In May’s CYP Now: Childminder SOS, digital solutions in children’s services, BYC closure

Children's Services
Schools are well placed to intervene with pupils displaying concerning behaviour. Picture: Adobe Stock
Analysis

Call to put schools at the heart of mental health and wellbeing plan

Health
Derren Hayes: 'Policymakers must work with schools to create a supportive culture'.
Opinion

School mental health plans need an update

Editorial
Frontline chief executive Mary Jackson told the Education Select Committee about the Pathways programme ceasing this year
News

DfE scraps social work leadership training scheme

Social Care
Wigdortz: 'There’s very few people that have as much influence on someone’s life as a childminder.' Picture: Daniel Oakes
Interviews

Interview: Brett Wigdortz, founder and chief executive of childminder agency Tiney

Early Years
The outdoor learning sector provides more than 15,000 jobs and generates £700m to the UK economy. Picture: Avon Tyrell Activity Centre
Other

Outdoor play: Trends in access and provision

The pandemic has exacerbated barriers to outdoor adventures for children. Picture: Cheeky Cherubs Childcare
Features

Special Report: Adventures Outdoors

Play
Learning in natural environments is association with a range of positive outcomes. Picture: Avon Tyrell Outdoor Learning Centre
Features

The Big Debate: How can outdoor learning sector boost access for all young people?

Children's Services
Young people honed essential life skills during the residentals. Picture: NCS Trust
Features

Provider delivers NCS residentials enhancing pupil wellbeing

Outdoor Learning
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre offers activities such as archery and orienteering. Picture: Avon Tyrell Activity Centre
Features

Adventures away for 10k disadvantaged young people

Outdoor Learning
Sports-based youth work like that delivered by Football Beyond Borders is championed in the report. Picture: FBB
News

MPs' review backs national workforce strategy for youth work

Youth Work