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Susie McDonald, Aisling Bea, Olivia Colman, Priyanga Burford and Amy-Leigh Hickman at Tender's annual awards. Picture: Tender

News 30 June 2023

Drama access could help children speak up around consent, actors say

Disadvantaged white boys are among groups of children struggling to reach their potential, research finds. Picture: Highway Starz/Adobe Stock

News 29 June 2023

Disadvantaged high-achievers missing out on top grades, report warns

PGL research found that 75 per cent of teachers believe outdoor learning improves children's mental health. Picture: galitskaya/Adobe Stock

News 29 June 2023

Outdoor education provider launches new framework

Nick Gibb was quizzed by MPs over high absence rates in schools at an education select committee evidence session. Picture: ParliamentTV

News 28 June 2023

Schools minister stresses DfE commitment to EHE register

A stricter approach to behaviour post pandemic has resulted in a rise in exclusion and absences. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Analysis 27 June 2023

Momentum builds around using alternatives to school exclusion

Policymakers and parents increasingly recognise the importance of mental wellbeing in children being happy and healthy and fulfilling their potential. Picture: New Africa/Adobe Stock

Other 27 June 2023

Mental Health in Schools: Key policy developments

Research found mental ill health was more common among girls than boys. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Features 27 June 2023

Mental Health in Schools: Special Report

Nadim Saad: ‘There’s much more anxiety now’

Features 27 June 2023

The case for daily wellbeing lessons in schools

Thrive creates targets for children that are tailored according to individual need. Picture: New Africa/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 27 June 2023

Thrive improves behaviour and attainment

Brighter Futures for Children’s Mental Health Support Team aims to prevent low-level mental health challenges reaching crisis point. Picture: New Africa/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 27 June 2023

Specialist team supports students' emerging mental health needs

Wellbeing Boxes contain therapeutic resources to help school staff support children

Best Practice 27 June 2023

Training makes teachers ‘trusted adults’

WizeUp’s interactive sessions are tailored to the needs of students, with topics ranging from budgeting to cryptocurrencies

Best Practice 27 June 2023

How financial training sees pupils get wise with money

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