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Interview: John Freeman, Raising Expectations Action Programme - Councils' learning mentor

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  • Tuesday, February 17, 2009
    • | CYP Now
"The biggest single set of challenges that local authorities have faced for 30 years." That's how John Freeman describes the 7bn transfer of funding from the Learning and Skills Council to local authorities in 2010. It will see local authorities take responsibility for commissioning learning for 16 to 19 year olds and sets the scene for raising the school leaving age to 18 by 2015.

Supporting children’s mental health in school

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  • Tuesday, September 27, 2022
    • | CYP Now
Charity Place2Be works with schools to develop counselling and support for children with emotional and mental health difficulties. Leaders and practitioners explore the challenges and keys to success.

Inspections Clinic: Special schools framework

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  • Tuesday, November 29, 2022
    • | CYP Now
Special schools cater for children and young people with additional and often complex needs. Jo Stephenson sets out 10 emerging trends on how the education inspection framework is being applied in special schools.

Legal Update: Exclusions guidance withdrawn

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  • Tuesday, February 17, 2015
    • | CYP Now
Kirsten Anderson, research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines a legal challenge against the Education Secretary that has led to the withdrawal of controversial new exclusions guidance.

Top tips to support young people with SEND over Christmas

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  • Wednesday, December 1, 2021
    • | CYP Now
Large gatherings, unexpected changes in routine, bright lights and loud music are among elements of the festive season that could make it difficult to navigate for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.

Outdoor Learning Special Report

Pandemic policy shifts saw many projects move outdoors to explore new ways of working, with young people reaping the benefits of connecting with nature. But barriers remain for some children and families.

Digital Solutions Special Report

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  • Wednesday, April 27, 2022
    • | CYP Now
The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted how digital services can be part of the solution to delivering care and support to vulnerable children and families – and provide new ways of tackling problems.

Policy in practice: Wise up on ... Criminal checks

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  • Monday, November 12, 2007
    • | CYP Now
Criminal Records Bureau checks are a legal requirement for anyone who is going to work regularly with children and young people. Andy Hillier looks at what the process involves, how much it costs and what to do if someone has a criminal record.

Character Education: Policy context

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  • Tuesday, October 29, 2019
    • | CYP Now
At the recent Conservative annual conference, Culture Secretary Nicky Morgan reiterated her party's commitment to a wide-ranging character education agenda.

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