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Getting young people off their devices and into our libraries

Thursday, August 8, 2024

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Having a conversation with children about a group of goblins running off with a cat that can turn into dragon is very different from the usual engagement I have had as a director of children’s services. But that was life before Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils launched our games libraries last November. Since then, I’ve had my mind opened to a whole new world of imagination.

The Sustainability Community of Practice has launched

Monday, August 5, 2024

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The Sustainability Community of Practice has launched, so join us and help save the planet for the children.

Cliff edges speeding towards us

Monday, August 5, 2024

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As I return to work this week following the optimism of the ADCS conference and the benefit of two weeks leave, my focus has returned swiftly to the perilous state of local government funding.

Seven dyslexic archetypes and how everyone working with young people can help them thrive

Friday, July 26, 2024

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One in five people are dyslexic. It’s the most common neurodiversity, and can be identified as early as preschool, though research suggests that as many as 80% leave school without knowing they’re dyslexic.

‘Heads will roll’ comments will do nothing to improve standards at failing children’s services

Friday, July 26, 2024

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The fact that inspectors say matters have “significantly deteriorated” since the last full inspection four years ago is deeply disturbing.

Being a corporate family

Friday, July 26, 2024

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“It’s like fixing a tap washer downstairs, whilst the bath is running over upstairs”. This is one of those wonderful metaphors that evokes as much imagery as it does make a point.

More parenting, less corporate

Monday, July 22, 2024

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I have had the privilege, over recent weeks, to be invited to attend two regional conferences as a delegate - both of which have been led and facilitated by care experienced young people from across the North East region. The events were moving and inspirational and, as always, have got me thinking…

Home education: Can the government do more to support families?

Monday, July 22, 2024

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Here in the UK, home education has become more and more common, with parents opting for this route of education rather than choosing to send their children to a traditional school.

New government, new messages

Monday, July 15, 2024

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Schools used to commonly say “we are here to educate and not to care for children”. And we all rightly criticised them then.

ADCS annual Conference 2024 round up

Monday, July 15, 2024

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We hope delegates have had a restful weekend after what was an eventful ADCS Annual Conference full of interesting discussion, debate and input from a range of speakers. We are thankful to everyone who made the trip to Manchester.

Champagne and community early help

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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When the last champagne cork pops, the new government will reflect on quite a challenge. We are trapped in a perfect storm with poverty, homelessness, health, justice, the number of children in care and quality of life all getting worse.

Politicians: gain trust by giving it first

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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Another general election has passed. Another long night has been spent on the sofa watching results unfold.

Ten ways youth studies programme influenced policy and practice

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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The Manchester Centre for Youth Studies celebrates its 10th anniversary. Here are 10 ways in which it has impacted and influenced policy and practice.

General Election 2024: 'My family have struggled with the system for too long – young carers like me urgently need it to change'

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

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For as long as I can remember, I have been told that I was “unusually mature for my age” or that I was “mummy’s extra helper”.

General Election 2024: Next government must focus on sustainable employment for young people

Monday, July 1, 2024

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Just two years ago, youth unemployment reportedly reached its lowest level since records began but the celebrations were short-lived.

General Election 2024: Speaking up for children

Monday, July 1, 2024

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Having spent weeks fretting about what to write on my ‘turn’ to blog I realised I will be the last ADCS representative to pen my thoughts before the country takes to the ballot box for the general election.

General Election 2024: Maintaining the kinship momentum

Thursday, June 27, 2024

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For the first time ever ahead of a General Election, kinship care has made it into the manifestos of all three major UK parties.

A strategy to deliver an ambitious mission for children

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

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In its Missions for Government, Labour has set out ambitious goals for our children. This includes a promise to boost child development so that half a million more children attain the early learning goals by 2030.

Dreaming big for Windrush generation

Monday, June 24, 2024

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I’ve always been a dreamer and I’m unapologetic about this; the optimism within these dreams nourishes me.

General Election 2024: Achieving good emotional health for all

Friday, June 21, 2024

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The UK is facing a significant mental health crisis. The most recent NHS Adult Psychiatric Morbidity survey found that one in six adults in England had a common mental health condition, which included a range of diagnosable anxiety and depressive disorders.

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