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Anne Longfield called the government's decision not to extend free school meals as 'exceptionally short-sighted'. Image: Office of the Children's Commissioner for England

News 9 June 2020

Commissioner and MPs call for extension of free school meals over summer holidays

Blogs 9 June 2020

Children's Commissioner: 'Decision not to extend free school meals shows a lack of compassion'

Schools will not reopen fully until September, the Education Secretary is expected to announce. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 9 June 2020

Disadvantaged children 'worst affected' as government drops plan to reopen schools

Children's minister Vicky Ford announced the new fund. Picture: Parliament UK

News 5 June 2020

£7m transition fund for pupils leaving alternative provision

Welsh education minister Kirsty Williams confirmed that from 29 June schools in Wales will open to pupils from all year groups. Picture: Welsh government

News 3 June 2020

Pupils in Wales set to return this month, but school openings remain low in England

Half of disadvantaged pupils are expected to stay at home today. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 1 June 2020

Half of disadvantaged pupils could stay at home as schools reopen, education leaders say

Almost of half of clubs are uncertain whether they will reopen in September. Picture: Out of School Alliance

News 29 May 2020

Out of school clubs 'on brink of collapse'

Children's services workers are concerned that some children have missed out on vital therapy. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 May 2020

Children's services professionals highlight key concerns during pandemic

More children attended school last week than at any other point during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 27 May 2020

Increase in vulnerable children attending school, latest DfE figures show

School-Home Support will provide a dedicated worker to support the mental health needs of pupils at Wize-Up Academy. Image: SHS

News 27 May 2020

PRU pupils to get mental health support thanks to grant

Children should be given time at school to play with their friends, even while distancing

Analysis 27 May 2020

How play can help children transition back to school

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

News 26 May 2020

Schools and councils 'must update risk assessments' before SEND pupils return to school

Children will not recieve free school meals over the summer break, the government has said. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 26 May 2020

DfE confirms 'no plans' for free school meals over summer holidays

Universities have been urged to support potential students with care experience. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 20 May 2020

Looked-after children less likely to attend higher education, study shows

Pupils in reception, Year 1 and Year 6 could return to school on 1 June. Picture: Children's Commissioner for England

News 20 May 2020

Council dissent over school reopening plans grows