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Rachel de Souza has raised concern over the rising demand for EHCPs. Picture: Office of the Children's Commissioner for England

News 27 June 2023

Children’s commissioner calls for overhaul of SEND system amid rising demand

Activities examined by the study range from social action projects to outdoor play and art. Picture: natataz herkova/Adobe Stock

News 26 June 2023

Major study to examine youth sector collaboration with schools

Badenoch said that the teacher's comments raised 'safeguarding issues'. Picture: Kemi Badenoch/Parliament.UK

News 26 June 2023

Kemi Badenoch demands snap Ofsted inspection of school amid identity row

According to latest government figures there are 389,171 pupils with EHC plans in England. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 22 June 2023

SEND reform will not ‘stem the tide of demand’ for support

Derren Hayes: "Is it right to expect educators to solve the problems caused by toxic social media, junk food or poverty of opportunity?"

Opinion 22 June 2023

Make schools part of wider support system

The report was launched at Oasis Academy South Bank in London. Picture: NYA

News 21 June 2023

Youth work in schools key to improving attendance rates, NYA inquiry finds

Ombudsman heard that a shared taxi arranged by the council for the teenager was no longer suitable. Picture: taxirabbit75fotAdobeStock

News 15 June 2023

Ombudsman slams council for education transport blunders

Education select committee chair, Robin Walker: 'Ofsted plays a particularly vital role when it comes to safeguarding.' Picture: UK Parliament

News 13 June 2023

Education committee launches Ofsted schools inquiry

Sadiq Khan observed a mentoring session with pupils from City Heights Academy in London. Picture: CYP Now

News 13 June 2023

London mayor invests £10m to boost mentoring support for young people

Ofsted has announced a package of measures to reform inspections. Picture: fizkes/Adobe Stock

News 12 June 2023

Ofsted announces plans to reinspect schools with ‘ineffective’ safeguarding

Young carers are missing out on full-time education, charities have warned. Picture: Arie Liona/Adobe Stock

News 8 June 2023

Call to improve benefits for young carers in full time education

Targeted action to reduce absences rates among disadvantaged pupils is also being called for. Picture: Drivepix/Adobe Stock

News 7 June 2023

Narrowing attainment gap to pre-pandemic levels 'could take a decade’

Experts are calling for a 'wholesale reform' of behaviour management in schools. Picture: New Africa/Adobe Stock

News 6 June 2023

School exclusions and suspensions damage children’s mental health, inquiry finds

Only one in six social work students currently benefit from a bursary, the letter says. Picture: Katernya/Adobe Stock

News 1 June 2023

Ministers urged to reform bursaries for social work students

Schools should identify any potential barriers that could hinder pupils’ level of attainment. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Analysis 30 May 2023

Make the most of pupil premium funding to tackle disadvantage