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Ofsted to scrutinise notification patterns in early years crackdown
Safeguarding Jun 8, 2026

Ofsted to scrutinise notification patterns in early years crackdown

Sir Martyn Oliver has announced that Ofsted will intensify scrutiny of statutory notifications from early years providers, examining settings that submit either no reports or unusually high volumes. The move signals a shift toward intelligence-led regulation as the inspectorate seeks to identify potential safeguarding risks and compliance concerns through data analysis.

Starmer to Announce Decisive Social Media Restrictions for Children
Safeguarding Jun 8, 2026

Starmer to Announce Decisive Social Media Restrictions for Children

The Prime Minister has pledged "decisive" measures to protect children online, responding to calls for an Australia-style ban on social media access for young people. The announcement signals significant new policy directions for safeguarding children in digital spaces.

'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment
Education Jun 7, 2026

'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment

The Netherlands has achieved one of the world's lowest rates of young people not in education, employment or training. This article explores how their approach to creating seamless pathways between learning and work could inform local strategies to reduce NEET numbers and support 16 to 24-year-olds into sustainable careers.

Graduate Brain Drain: One in Ten New Graduates Plan to Leave UK Amid Poor Job Prospects
Skills & Employment Jun 7, 2026

Graduate Brain Drain: One in Ten New Graduates Plan to Leave UK Amid Poor Job Prospects

New research reveals that one in ten recent UK graduates are planning to leave the country, citing bleak employment prospects. A leading researcher has described this as the 'worst time in 30 years' to leave university, raising serious concerns about graduate outcomes and the transition from higher education to employment.

West London primary introduces screen-free Mondays for pupils, staff and parents
Schools Jun 7, 2026

West London primary introduces screen-free Mondays for pupils, staff and parents

Holy Family Catholic primary school in Ealing has introduced 'screen-free Mondays' where pupils, teachers and parents alike put away smartphones, laptops and tablets. The initiative, which originated with the pupils themselves, has seen an enthusiastic uptake from families seeking to reduce digital dependency.

The precious SEND provision at risk: How Springfields Academy transforms autistic children's lives
SEND Jun 7, 2026

The precious SEND provision at risk: How Springfields Academy transforms autistic children's lives

Springfields Academy in Calne, Wiltshire exemplifies the life-changing impact of specialist SEND provision, offering autistic children tailored environments where every detail—from wobble stools to structured routines—creates safety and success. With class sizes capped at 12 and a post-16 destination record boasting zero NEETs over six years, the school demonstrates what is possible when specialist settings are prioritised.

Cosmeticorexia: Safeguarding Children from Harmful Social Media Beauty Trends
Safeguarding Jun 6, 2026

Cosmeticorexia: Safeguarding Children from Harmful Social Media Beauty Trends

Social media algorithms are driving an alarming trend among school-age girls towards excessive skincare routines and 'cosmeticorexia', with experts warning of lasting damage to both physical health and self-esteem. The booming children's beauty market raises urgent questions for safeguarding leads and education professionals about protecting young people from exploitation.