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Every child deserves the best start in life

Ofsted has today published a new strategy for the next 5 years (2022 to 2027 ).

The strategy sets out how Ofsted will continue its work to improve the lives of children and young people, which is more important than ever following the disruption and distress of the past 2 years.

Read Ofsted’s strategy for 2022 to 2027 .

The strategy centres on the fundamental principle that...

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Celebrate the Zoobilee at ZSL London Zoo

London’s zoo will celebrate HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee during May half-term Saturday 28 May – Sunday 5 June 2022

Visitors to ZSL London Zoo this May half-term are invited to join the Zoobilee Festival – a week-long wildlife-themed celebration to mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

From Saturday 28 May to Sunday 5 June , ZSL London Zoo will pay tribute to its Royal Patron, HM The...

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Children think farm animals deserve same treatment as pets

Children differ dramatically from adults in their moral views on animals, new research shows.

University of Exeter researchers asked children aged 9-11 about the moral status and treatment of farm animals (pigs), pets (dogs) and people.

Unlike adults, children say farm animals should be treated the same as people and pets, and think eating animals is less morally acceptable than...

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Little Ocean Saviours: 4 Ways To Make a Big Impact

Plastic pollution is as frightening as ever. In fact, over eight million tonnes of plastic enters our oceans every year. The sheer scale of this is incomprehensible, and we have a long way to go before we can repair this damage. It just so happens that children of today may be our unlikely saviours.

Children have the power to change public opinion. Greta Thunberg, a recognised climate...

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‘Lack of collective knowledge’ on needs of children in care

There is a ‘lack of collective knowledge’ around the needs of children in care, according to a study by Ofsted, published today.

From: Ofsted

Published 13 April 2022

The report ‘Why do children go into children’s homes?’ draws on responses to surveys and discussions between inspectors and children placed in children’s homes, staff and others to provide insights into the...

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Long live pen and paper: how tablets and devices hinder children’s creative and emotional development

Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, Liz Ritchie and Youcef Bendraou, stationery designer at Pukka Pads, discuss the impact technology has on children’s creative development and future academic success

A recent discussion between Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, Liz Ritchie and stationery designer Youcef Bendraou from Pukka Pads has revealed new professional opinion, that...

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JOIN RACE FOR READING TODAY!

Clock up the miles this Easter, and into the Summer term, in Schoolreaders Race for Reading and help more children leave primary school able to read well.

The 80-day virtual Around the World challenge runs until June 19th 2022. Set your distance, go it alone or with friends, family, your sports’ club or book group, and commit to walk, run, cycle, swim or even walk a dog to help cover the...

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Healthy Heart Tip: Healthy Snacking for Children

Nutritious snacking can help children curb hunger throughout the day, as well as provide energy and important nutrients. Getting children off to a good start with healthy snacking is a behaviour that will stick with them for a lifetime! Here we share some ideas: Encouraging Healthy Snacking

· By involving children in the preparation or purchase of healthy snacks, you are encouraging healthy...

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