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Jonathan Stanley has said the complex needs of children in residential care must be considered by the review. Picture: Tom Campbell

News 28 June 2021

Sector concerned Care Review indicates 'uncertain future' for children's homes

Sencos say they are often pulled away from their duties. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 June 2021

Millions of children missing out on vital SEND support, Sencos say

The report shares the experiences of black practitioners. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 June 2021

Calls for urgent action to increase inclusivity within children's services

Ofsted has updated inspection guidance for schools and colleges. Picture: Phil Adams

News 28 June 2021

Explained: Changes to Ofsted guidance to reduce sexual harassment in schools

Denise Hatton: "Government must support this strained sector by increasing the local authority funding rate to reflect the cost of delivery"

Opinion 28 June 2021

Invest in childcare to tackle poverty gap

Nathan Ward: "The law does not offer enough protection to children who find themselves in such institutions"

Opinion 28 June 2021

Corporate providers must be held to account

Virtual schools play a key role in supporting vulnerable children, according to experts. Picture: Liquidlogic

Sponsored Features 25 June 2021

Raising attainment for looked after children

The activities will involve outdoor sports and team building. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 25 June 2021

Kent invests £10m in young people’s summer activity scheme

Eating disorder charities have warned the scheme could trigger “unhealthy weight control behaviours". Picture: Adobe Stock

News 25 June 2021

Weighing children at school increases eating disorder risk, charities warn

The Home Office has been urged to protect vulnerable children and care leavers. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 25 June 2021

Thousands of looked-after children and care leavers ‘at risk of missing EUSS deadline’

Sector leaders have criticised the government's response. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 24 June 2021

Government dismisses call for childcare funding review

Justice Secretary Robert Buckland is among those to question the contract extension. Picture: Parliament UK

News 24 June 2021

MPs question decision to extend contract of Rainsbrook provider

The project uses virtual reality headsets to highlight the dangers of exploitation. Picture: Anster

News 24 June 2021

Ealing Council launches virtual reality programme to tackle criminal exploitation

The campaign has been launched in response to the Care Review's Case for Change. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 24 June 2021

‘Social work at its best’ campaign launches to celebrate profession

Lewisham Council has been ordered to pay the woman £7,500. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 23 June 2021

Lewisham Council failed to provide minimum care to child, ombudsman finds