To make gains on child development we need to start with parents

Early Years

Child Q: A stark reminder of the need for vigilance in child protection

Social Care
Sector leaders have said they will 'strongly oppose' any planned changes. Picture: Adobe Stock

Childminder decline shows no sign of slowing down

Early Years

School-based nursery expansion 'on-track' for autumn term, says DfE

Early Years
Record numbers of young people have contacted councils for support with homelessness, research finds. Picture: Searching for Sartori/Adobe Stock

'Family breakdown' behind 25% rise in young rough sleepers

Social Care
Seven in eight NEU members said their resources to support children with SEND were insufficient. Picture: dglimages/Adobe Stock

Childcare leaders warn over impact of delays in EHCP assessments

Early Years

EHCPs hit all time high while one in 20 decisions appealed

Education

Nearly one in eight young women and girls have attempted suicide, figures show

Mental health
June O’Sullivan is chief executive of the London Early Years Foundation. Picture: LEYF

Another consultation… This time, it’s space

Early Years

Youth-led anti-junk food campaign 'blocked by advertising giants'

Youth Work

It’s time to give students a real say in their education

Education

Toxic air and poor housing threatening lives of 1.5mn children, doctors warn

Health