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From "delulu" to "FOMO", Gen Z slang has made an unlikely journey from Instagram to parliament.
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Readers have overwhelmingly welcomed plans to place technical education on equal footing with university degrees, arguing that academic study is not suited to every young person. However, many cautioned that without careful implementation, the reforms risk recreating the divisive grammar school system and entrenching social inequality.
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Andy Burnham's proposals to place technical and academic education on equal footing in England have drawn cross-party support. The plans, which draw inspiration from the coalition government's University Technical Colleges and former education secretary Kenneth Baker's vision, would require schools to adapt teaching to meet local business needs.
Read SummaryFrom "delulu" to "FOMO", Gen Z slang has made an unlikely journey from Instagram to parliament.
Read SummaryReaders have overwhelmingly welcomed plans to place technical education on equal footing with university degrees, arguing that academic study is not suited to every young person. However, many cautioned that without careful implementation, the reforms risk recreating the divisive grammar school system and entrenching social inequality.
Read SummaryAndy Burnham's proposals to place technical and academic education on equal footing in England have drawn cross-party support. The plans, which draw inspiration from the coalition government's University Technical Colleges and former education secretary Kenneth Baker's vision, would require schools to adapt teaching to meet local business needs.
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“We will help more young people into work by changing the education system and giving them more support – more mental health support.” On the steps of Downing Street, in his first speech as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham put young people at the heart of his vision for the country. As Child...
Early years providers must understand their specific obligations regarding Ofsted notifications to remain compliant with regulatory requirements. This guidance from Jayne Coward, Ofsted's deputy director for early years regulatory policy, clarifies the essential steps nursery settings need to take when communicating with the inspectorate.
Following the success of its first intergenerational project, Jackie Warren, CEO of Growing Places, a not-for-profit nursery group in Hampshire explains how the organisation investigated different models
This article explores the vital role of family partnership in supporting neurodivergent children and young people. Cheryl Warren examines how professionals can adopt neurodiversity-affirming approaches when working with parents to create positive outcomes for the whole family.
When practitioners suspect a parent's cannabis use may be harming their child, striking the right balance between child protection and family engagement presents significant professional challenges. This article explores best practice for raising sensitive concerns without alienating families who may need support.
A collaboration between the University of Northampton and Childbase Partnership is developing evidence-based approaches to support early communication skills in nursery baby rooms. The project focuses on equipping practitioners with strategies to foster speech and language development from birth.
How Bronfenbrenner's theory helps practitioners make sense of the complex world shaping children's development today. By Nicole Weinstein
A new Prime Minister and Education Secretary, with a new early years minister on the way, have come at a busy time for the sector
Discover five practical strategies to help childminders create stimulating play and learning environments within limited home spaces. These space-saving tips maximise engagement while maintaining the warmth and safety children need in early years settings.
Young children experienced the magic of literature coming to life during an educational visit to a city farm, bridging the gap between storybook pages and real-world discovery. The hands-on experience provided valuable opportunities for early learners to connect fictional narratives with tangible experiences of animals and the environment.
Many parents struggle to admit when they find parenting difficult or unenjoyable. This piece explores why acknowledging these challenges is the first step towards accessing vital early help and preventing family difficulties from escalating into crisis.
New safeguarding guidance aims to equip early years practitioners with the skills to recognise signs of domestic abuse and support affected children and families. The training emphasises the critical role of early years settings in identifying vulnerabilities and providing early intervention.