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Ofsted and the CQC have carried out joint inspections since 2016. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 March 2024

Most recent local area SEND inspection reports

Researchers are calling for greater financial regulation of private early years providers. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 March 2024

Tougher regulation needed to tackle ‘excess profiteering’ in early years, says charity

The projects brings younger and older generations together. Picture: North Devon Surf Therapy

News 13 March 2024

Surfing therapy project wins National Lottery award to support young people

Teacher training should have a greater focus on play, campaigners say. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 March 2024

Call for greater focus on play in schools

The North East Youth Alliance will aim to provide high quality and low cost enrichment activities. Picture: NEYA

News 12 March 2024

North East youth organisations receive grant to pilot enrichment scheme

The bursary adds to a range of existing support for care leavers at the university. Picture: University of Manchester

News 12 March 2024

Blackpool FC chairman provides university bursary for care leavers

The Tavistock Centre is set to be replaced by regional hubs. Picture: Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust

News 12 March 2024

Puberty blockers will no longer be prescribed to children, NHS England confirms

Experts are calling on the government to work with parents to understand the value of education. Picture: Adobe Stock/ wavebreak3

News 11 March 2024

Fines for parents of absent children 'penalise struggling families'

Bradford councillors have agreed to sell-off Ingleborough Hall Outdoor Centre. Picture: Bradford City Council

News 11 March 2024

Bradford: Outdoor centre to close as part of budget cuts

Hertfordshire Council has opened Cherry Tree Cottage. Picture: Hertfordshire County Council

News 11 March 2024

Council partners with NHS Trust to open specialist children’s home

Suanne Lin is director of early help and children’s social care at Derby City Council

Blogs 11 March 2024

Creating positive change

June O'Sullivan is chief executive of LEYF. Picture: LEYF

Blogs 11 March 2024

What has prison got to do with early years?

Members of the Youth Select Committee present the report in parliament. Picture: Ryan Kearney MYP/Twitter

News 8 March 2024

Blanket approach to cost-of-living support 'impacting youth mental health'

The guide offers advice on providing emotional support for children with a parent in prison. Picture: Andrea/Adobe Stock

News 7 March 2024

Advice for early years staff on supporting children with parents in prison

The consultation will look at the impact of careers guidance on disadvantaged groups. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 7 March 2024

Charity seeks evidence of careers guidance impact