Fiona Simpson

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The government has released plans to ease lockdown measures and reopen schools. Picture: Adobe Stock

Features 14 May 2020

Coronavirus: Latest advice for schools, nurseries, children’s homes and social workers

Education

Children's homes have seen an increase in referrals for short term placements. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 14 May 2020

Children's home providers 'fear influx of referrals' as lockdown lifts

Coronavirus

The Department for Education released updated guidance allowing childminders to reopen. Picture: Parliament UK

News 13 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 13 May

Coronavirus

The committee heard evidence on the impact of Covid-19 on vulnerable children. Picture: Education select committee

News 13 May 2020

Covid-19 impact on vulnerable children: key messages from education committee hearing

Children's Services

The NCS Trust says it has adapted the autumn programme. Picture: NCS Trust

News 13 May 2020

NCS removes residential stays from autumn programme

Youth Work

Parents are concerned lockdown is affecting their child's education. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 May 2020

Coronavirus round-up: Thursday 14 May

Coronavirus

Some children will return to school on 1 June. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 12 May 2020

Covid-19 recovery plan: What does it mean for schools and childcare settings?

Early Years

Childminders have been left questioning when they should reopen. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 12 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Tuesday 12 May

Coronavirus

Early years leaders have called for a time-frame for reopening settings. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 11 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Monday 11 May

Coronavirus

Boris Johnson announced some pupils could return from 1 June. Picture: Boris Johnson/Twitter

News 11 May 2020

School reopening plan generates 'fear' among education leaders

Education

The government has relaxed timescales around EHC plan assessments. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 11 May 2020

How has the government changed SEND legislation?

Special Educational Needs

Children's commissioner for England Anne Longfield has released a new policy paper on the impact of Covid-19 on babies

News 7 May 2020

Coronavirus round-up: Thursday 7 May

Coronavirus