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Local area SEND inspections

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  • Tuesday, February 1, 2022
  • | CYP Now
Children and young people with SEND have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic, yet Ofsted inspections show support in many areas is substandard and not improving, reports Jo Stephenson.

Sustainable Services: Special Report

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  • Wednesday, December 22, 2021
  • | CYP Now
‘Eco anxiety’ among young people is rising prompting many to protest over inaction by policymakers. Initiatives are now being developed across children’s services to be more environmentally sustainable.

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.

University challenge: help for care leavers

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  • Tuesday, September 28, 2021
  • | CYP Now
Care-experienced young people are significantly less likely to attend university than their peers. Experts explore what support needs to be in place for them to access the benefits of higher education.

Sexual Health and Relationships: Special Report

Schools will soon be required to teach pupils about sex and relationships, which experts say is vital to help young people navigate a range of complex issues including consent and explicit online material.

Legal Update: Issues SEND review must solve

Delayed government review must improve access to good-quality support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, says the Child Law Advice Service's Richard Oldershaw.

How tutors help pupils to progress

The National Tutoring Programme aims to counter the effects of the pandemic on the education of the most disadvantaged pupils. The scheme's director and participating schools explain how it works.

Standards in remote education: Inspections Clinic

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  • Tuesday, February 23, 2021
  • | CYP Now
Schools and colleges have used different approaches to deliver education remotely during lockdowns, with Ofsted collating what works best to shape learning for disadvantaged pupils, writes Jo Stephenson.