Tag: Children
English Schools Should Embrace ‘Difficult’ Pupils, Says Ofsted Chief
Schools should not reject "difficult" students in fear of affecting their overall results, according to Ofsted's chief inspector of schools, Sir Martyn Oliver. He emphasized the importance of inclusivity in schools and stated that...
Treating Obesity-Related Illness in Young Children in England
Thousands of young children in England are being treated for health issues related to severe obesity, leading experts to warn of a growing public health crisis. Data from the NHS shows that 9.6% of...
Support Allocation for Children with Special Learning Needs: A Societal Perspective | Sonia Sodha
The issue of supporting children with special learning needs is a crucial one that affects many families and professionals in our society. The recent report by the National Audit Office highlighted the failures in...
Understanding the Psychology of Children’s Lies: A Sign of Healthy Development
The first time parents catch their child telling a lie, it can be unsettling. Why would a young child be dishonest? Does this mean they will grow up to be untrustworthy adults? According to...
The Cost of State Failures in Special Needs Education: Impact on Children
Hello everyone. The annual budget for children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send) in England has increased by 58% over the last decade, now standing at £10.7bn. However, despite this increase, outcomes have...
AI’s Impact on the Future of Parenting: What Parents Should Know
Parents are becoming more optimistic about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of education, especially for Gen Alpha and Gen Z students. According to a recent survey commissioned by Samsung...
Empowering Nigerian Mothers to Embrace Children with Special Needs
Joy Eseoghene Odiete, also known as Jodie, a well-known musician in Nigeria, went through a difficult time when her son Chinua was born with lissencephaly and cerebral palsy. Her marriage fell apart and she...