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Η πολυπολιτισμική αυτοαποτελεσματικότητα των εκπαιδευτικών και η σχέση της με τη διαχείριση της πολυπολιτισμικής τάξης
Authors: Σταβάρα Χαρίκλεια , Λαμπροπούλου Αικατερίνη
Published: October 2022

Η αυξανόμενη πολυπολιτισμική σύνθεση των σχολείων υποδεικνύει την ανάγκη για εφαρμογή των αρχών της διαπολιτισμικής παιδαγωγικής. Προκειμένου οι εκπαιδευτικοί να λειτουργήσουν με βάση τις αρχές της, είναι σημαντικό να νιώθουν ικανοί/ές και επαρκείς να αξιοποιήσουν όσα απαιτεί μια εκπαίδευση πολυπολιτισμικά προσανατολισμένη. Σκοπός της παρούσας έρευνας είναι η διερεύνηση των αντιλήψεων πολυπολιτισμικής αυτοαποτελεσματικότητας των εκπαιδευτικών πρωτοβάθμιας εκπαίδευσης και η σχέση της με την προσέγγιση που ακολουθούν οι εκπαιδευτικοί ως προς τη διαχείριση της πολυπολιτισμικής τάξης. Το δείγμα της έρευνας αποτελείται από 139 εκπαιδευτικούς πρωτοβάθμιας εκπαίδευσης του νομού Αττικής. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν ότι οι εκπαιδευτικοί του δείγματος χαρακτηρίζονται από υψηλό βαθμό πολυπολιτισμικής αυτοαποτελεσματικότητας και ότι προτιμούν την αλληλεπιδραστική προσέγγιση ως προς τη διαχείριση της τάξης. Τέλος, τα ευρήματα ανέδειξαν την στατιστικώς σημαντική συσχέτιση της αυτοαποτελεσματικότητας των εκπαιδευτικών με το μοντέλο διαχείρισης της τάξης και, πιο συγκεκριμένα, ότι όσο υψηλότερο βαθμό πολυπολιτισμικής αυτοαποτελεσματικότητας διαθέτουν, τείνουν να υιοθετούν λιγότερο παρεμβατικές προσεγγίσεις, στις οποίες οι μαθητές έχουν μεγαλύτερη αυτονομία, αλλά και ευθύνη. Τα ευρήματα της παρούσας έρευνας μπορούν να συμβάλλουν στην καλύτερη κατανόηση της κρισιμότητας των αντιλήψεων των εκπαιδευτικών για την επάρκειά τους στην διαχείριση των πολυπολιτισμικών τάξεων ως προς την επιλογή στρατηγικών διαχείρισης της διδασκαλίας τους και της συμπεριφοράς των μαθητών και των μαθητριών στην τάξη τους.
Technology of reconstruction of buildings and structures
Authors: Leonovich Sergey , Chernoivan Nikolay , Tur Viktor , Litvinovskiy Dmitriy
Published: October 2022

The monograph provides the basics of technology for the production of general construction and finishing works performed during the reconstruction of existing industrial and civil facilities: strengthening and restoration of exploited structures, as well as the construction of new buildings and structures designed at the reconstructed facility.
The issues of conducting field surveys of operated buildings and structures in order to prepare a conclusion on the technical condition of load-bearing and enclosing structures are considered.
The main design solutions and technology of work during the reconstruction (repair, reinforcement) of load-bearing and enclosing structures of operated facilities made of the following materials are given: monolithic and precast reinforced concrete; metal structures; brickwork; elements of wooden structures.
The technology of rehabilitation (repair) of finishing coatings is given: monolithic plaster, wall and floor cladding with ceramic tiles and synthetic coatings, as well as repair of surfaces lined with slabs made of natural materials (granite, marble).
The effective technology of construction of building structures of shallow foundations, double-layer insulated brick walls, buildings with a monolithic reinforced concrete supporting frame; the device of a waterproof carpet made of PVC membranes, etc. are described.
For civil engineers. It can be useful for students, postgraduates and teachers of technical universities.
The Golden Age of American Journalism
Authors: Alent'eva Tat'yana , Luchinskiy Yuriy , Sirotinskaya Mariya
Published: October 2022

Journalism is a special sphere of human activity. It is designed to meet the most diverse needs of society: in information and education, in agitation and propaganda, in the formation of public opinion and its mirror image, in entertainment. It is even difficult to list all its functions, they are so diverse.
The monograph examines the problems of the development of American journalism in the 1800s — 1860s of the nineteenth century. Special attention is paid to the revolution in the US periodical press, which led to the emergence of the "cheap press", the prerequisites and consequences of the formation of this phenomenon are analyzed. The competitive struggle in journalism is characterized in some detail. The analysis of the party-political press, the positions of various publications during the crisis moments in the history of the country is given. It contains detailed information about the state of the metropolitan press, as well as regions such as the North and South of the United States. The main part is devoted to the personalities of the most prominent journalists, such as J. Gales, W. Seaton, W.K. Bryant, W. Leggett, J.G. Bennett, H. Greeley, G.D. Raymond, W.L. Garrison, J. Evans. The appendix contains interesting statistical material and cartoons. The work allows us to deepen our understanding of the state of American society in the period preceding the civil War of the North and South.
It is intended for students studying at the faculties and departments of journalism, for students of historians, philologists, sociologists, political scientists studying the history of the United States, for everyone interested in American history.
Features of the influence of the connection points of the set on the bearing capacity of the side floors of ice navigation vessels
Authors: Moskalenko Vladislav , Druz' Ivan , Leont'ev Lev , Tarasov Valenin
Published: October 2022

The monograph is devoted to the consideration of the problems of damage to the side floors of ice navigation vessels from the action of concentrated ice load. The problems of the ultimate equilibrium of the beams of the on-board set are solved, taking into account the features of the ladder fastening. Extensive model experiments on the supercritical deformation of beams are presented. The methods of designing and defecation of the on-board set of ice navigation vessels, taking into account the cable connections, are proposed.
It can be useful to scientists, specialists of ship repair plants, senior students of maritime universities, as well as specialists of research institutes and design bureaus evaluating the structural safety of ships under the influence of ice load.
Medical assessment of the climatic conditions of the Yevpatoria resort
Authors: Lyubchik Vera , Ezhov Vladimir , Kaladze Nikolay
Published: October 2022

The monograph presents a medical assessment of the climatic conditions of the Yevpatoria resort over a 22-year observation period, reveals the relationship between local and global climate indicators and the influence of Pacific ocean currents on the local climate, reflects the climatic features of each month and the effectiveness of sanatorium treatment of children with chronic diseases in different seasons of the year.
For teachers, masters, postgraduates of medical and geographical specialties; for doctors, including those working in the field of physiotherapy and balneology and medical rehabilitation.
The current state and problems of identification in forensic ballistics
Authors: Kokin Andrey , Latyshov I.V. , Giverc P.
Published: October 2022

The monograph presents the modern concept of identification of firearms. The processes of weapons production necessitated adjustments to the traditional foundations of forensic ballistic identification, and a third group, subclass (subgroup) signs, is included in the binary system of general and particular signs of traces. An analysis of the modern practice of identifying firearms shows that the main obstacles in this process are subclass characteristics and prejudice. The first are related to the manufacture of parts and parts of weapons, and prejudice is associated with the subjective interpretation by an expert of the results of comparing signs in traces, which underlies the formation of conclusions of a comparative study.
In addition, currently an urgent task is to confirm the ability of a qualified expert to draw reliable conclusions on identification.
For students, cadets, trainees, postgraduates, adjuncts and teachers of the faculties of training forensic experts, as well as practitioners in the field of forensic ballistics and anyone interested in this branch of knowledge.
Childcare and early years
Authors: Leitch Neil
Published: October 2022

The final shape of the Children and Families Bill, introduction of the 26-week care proceedings target, expansion of free childcare and school meals, and doing more with less in the face of further public sector funding cuts – these are just some of the issues professionals and services will grapple with over the coming year. With the election just around the corner, CYP Now's 2014 Report invites sector leaders to pinpoint the challenges that lie ahead
Creating an employee-led mutual
Authors: Ford Kevin
Published: October 2022

A handful of staff-led youth work mutuals are due to start this year, but how do you go about setting one up successfully?
Outdoor play under threat from local facilities and funding cull
Authors: Jóźwiak Gabriella
Published: October 2022

CYP Now investigation shows the extent of cuts to local play facilities, budgets and staff, as local authorities and campaigners blame a massive drop in government support over the past three years
Standards tsars to take schools lead under future Labour government
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Plans put forward by Labour MP David Blunkett for the creation of powerful school standards directors could, if adopted, have profound implications for the role of children's services in shaping education
Joining Forces to Find Foster Carers
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

Three consortia of local authorities and independent fostering agencies are working on innovative ways to help meet the demand for more foster carers. Joe Lepper finds out how they are getting on
Legal aid changes and family law
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines the impact that changes to civil legal aid are having on access to justice in private family law matters
Delivering financial education
Authors: Stillwell Steve
Published: October 2022

Teaching children about the value of money and how to manage it can prevent financial problems arising later on in their lives
Campaign aims to reform children's services
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

New research reveals fundamental flaws with the child protection system that can only be addressed by redesigning it, says charity
Concerns remain over legal aid
Authors: Hurrell Anita
Published: October 2022

The government's small concessions over plans to cut legal aid are not enough to protect children's access to justice, argues Anita Hurrell, legal and policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre
Fighting for disability rights
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Neil Puffett talks to Amanda Batten, chief executive, Contact-a-Family
Guide shows early help impact
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

New Early Intervention Foundation online tool gives commissioners an idea of how effective programmes are
Proposed legal aid policy unlawful
Authors: Hurrell Anita
Published: October 2022

The government's proposed residence test for civil legal aid has been held to be unjustifiable by the High Court, explains Anita Hurrell, legal and policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre
Impact of forced marriage law
Authors: Gosby Catrin
Published: October 2022

In a follow-up to a recent piece on new legislation that criminalises forced marriage, Coram Children's Legal Centre researcher Catrin Gosby explores its potential impact, as well as some of its limitations
Keeping children away from crime
Authors: Benzie Jacqui
Published: October 2022

Young people can become involved in crime because of peer pressure and failing at school, but support is available to help them stop
Councils fall short in provision of childcare places for two-year-olds
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

CYP Now investigation reveals that more than half of local authorities will have a shortfall of available places when the government's free childcare scheme for disadvantaged two-year-olds expands on 1 September
No recourse to public funds
Authors: Hurrell Anita
Published: October 2022

Local authorities are supporting children in destitute families who cannot access benefits, housing or homelessness assistance, says Anita Hurrell, legal and policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre
Educating on nitrous oxide risks
Authors: Bohm Alistair
Published: October 2022

It may be known as laughing gas, but young people need to know that nitrous oxide can be dangerous if misused
Fallout from Rotherham abuse: the challenges and implications
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

With a series of investigations set to look into how agencies handled child abuse allegations in Rotherham, CYP Now assesses what impact the case will have for children's services nationally and asks what lessons can be learned
Free childcare funding challenge
Authors: Keohane Nigel
Published: October 2022

Free childcare for two-year-olds is to be backed by £760m. But is it enough to overcome funding issues, asks Nigel Keohane
Concessions please care sector
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Amendments to residential care regulations should make it easier for providers to implement the changes
Supporting Schools
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

Local authorities are expected to ensure all children get a good education, yet their funding and influence over schools has diminished. Joe Lepper talks to councils that are successfully supporting schools despite the challenges
Children's voices in proceedings
Authors: Roest Jen
Published: October 2022

Jen Roest, Coram Children's Legal Centre's research and project's officer, takes a look at recent developments concerning children's voices being heard within UK family justice proceedings
Children's centres face funding squeeze
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

The long-term decline in children's centres spending is forcing councils to think creatively about how resources can meet demand
Ousted DCS defends record
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

“Arcane” technology and lack of support are behind slow progress in Somerset, says Peter Lewis
Foetal alcohol spectrum disorders
Authors: Fleisher Susan
Published: October 2022

Alcohol consumed during pregnancy can affect a child's development and cause disorders that require patient support
Hub model gets sector backing
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

4Children has come up with a plan that would carve out a clearer social care focus for children's centres
Fresh push on business support
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Strong partnerships with business will be key to the success of the latest youth sector brokerage scheme
Placement order decline puts adoption drive under threat
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

A halving of the number of children approved for adoption looks set to have far-reaching consequences for how local authorities and voluntary adoption agencies work, despite government efforts to stem the fall
Childcare providers call for review of free entitlement funding model
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Latest research shows a 20 per cent funding gap between the cost of delivering free childcare and the amount paid to providers, with experts warning it could jeopardise the government programme if not addressed
Engaging fathers in children's lives
Authors: Davies Jeremy
Published: October 2022

The father's involvement in a child's life can be easily overlooked, so services must work extra hard to engage with them
Tackling child sexual exploitation
Authors: Roest Jen
Published: October 2022

Jen Roest research and projects officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines a call to address child sexual exploitation in Manchester through attitudinal change of public agencies and the legal system
Youth workers face up to identity crisis amid public perceptions
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

CYP Now survey of youth workers reveals that 96 per cent believe the public does not understand what they do 95 per cent say youth work is a profession and 60 per cent believe they must require a license to practice
Evidencing outcomes on the agenda as the next Spending Review looms
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

CYP Now Outcomes Conference earlier this month brought together leaders in children's services across the voluntary sector, local authorities and government to debate the way ahead for evidencing what works
Stepping up for social action
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Laura McCardle meets Charlotte Hill, future chief executive of Step Up To Serve
Inquiry into child wellbeing
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines a recent Unicef report that ranks the UK 16th out of 29 rich countries in terms of child wellbeing
Promotion key to free childcare
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Some councils must do more to reach out to parents of two-year-olds eligible for free childcare
First judgments show up flaws in new single inspection system
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Senior managers at the first five children's services departments to have undergone the new Ofsted single inspection support the principles behind the framework, but think the process needs improving if it is to get their full backing
School governing body reforms
Authors: Gore Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Charlotte Gore, legal officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, considers government proposals for overhauling governing bodies for maintained schools, doing away with the current two-tier system
Tackling youth homelessness
Authors: Noblet Paul
Published: October 2022

Professionals working with children and young people struggling with homelessness can help them access housing support
What Makes the Perfect Lead Member?
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

A lead member for children's services can be a powerful advocate for children and young people. Joe Lepper asks:
Landmark case fails to quell thirst of councils to cut youth services
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Campaigners and legal experts say local authorities across the country are pressing ahead with cuts to youth work staff and funding despite an Appeal Court judgment in November that was meant to make it harder to do
Guide to supporting deaf children
Authors: Kang-Mullen Chris
Published: October 2022

Chris Kang-Mullen explains what councils need to do to meet their duties to support deaf children
Primary carer
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Natasha Finlayson, chief executive of the Who Cares? Trust
Social investment advocate
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Joanne Hay, chief executive of Teens and Toddlers
Engaging young custody leavers
Authors: Goodfellow Pippa
Published: October 2022

Developing trusted relationships with professionals is key to helping a young person who has been in custody turn away from crime
Understanding how young brains work
Authors: Hunt Louise
Published: October 2022

Research consistently shows adolescence to be a crucial phase in brain development. Louise Hunt explores some of the latest findings and what they mean for those who work with young people
Queen's Speech: children's rights
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling Kamena Dorling, policy and programmes manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines the new government's proposed policy and legislative agenda for children and young people
Making youth clubs inclusive
Authors: Johnson Garnet
Published: October 2022

Youth organisations and leaders have a responsibility to ensure their schemes are accessible to young people with disabilities
Careers advice plans under fire
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Jobcentre Plus advisers do not have the skills to help school children enter or take up vocational training, say experts
Injunctions tackle gang culture
Authors: Brown Jessica
Published: October 2022

The government has issued updated guidance on gang injunctions that could see them used more widely
Prioritising permanence
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Kevin Williams, chief executive of The Fostering Network
Getting out and about
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Advocates of outdoor learning highlight a wide variety of benefits for children and young people. Charlotte Goddard looks at the evidence and explores a range of projects that teach new skills
Programmes bid to instil children with vital life skill of ‘character’
Authors: Brown Jessica
Published: October 2022

Faced with a surge in mental health problems among children, the government hopes to promote coping strategies to help overcome life's challenges. But what determines good character and how do you teach it?
Providers unpick inspection revamp
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

A new Ofsted framework for inspecting childcare will have major implications for how services are run
Early intervention continues to bear the brunt of spending cuts
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Analysis of figures provided by about a quarter of local authorities shows council spending on early help services will fall by eight per cent in 2015/16, and follows a 55 per cent cut in the amount of government support since 2010
‘Open-access youth work principles must be instilled into all services’
Authors: McGhee Patrick
Published: October 2022

Increasing the contribution of volunteers and forming partnerships with other sector providers are two measures councils must develop if they are to make future youth provision available to all, says a leading academic
States of Play
Authors: Rogers Emily
Published: October 2022

National Playday highlights the importance of play in children's lives across the UK. As the event approaches, Emily Rogers examines how the sector is faring amid budget cuts and other challenges
Assessment practice makes strides to provide support where needed
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

An Ofsted thematic review into the quality of children in need assessments finds practitioners are getting better at communication with families, using evidence-based models and recognising specific risk factors
Education inquirer-in-chief
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Neil Puffett meets Neil Carmichael MP, chair of the education select committee
Producing healthy nursery meals
Authors: Pilcher Melanie
Published: October 2022

The early years is a crucial time in a child's development to establish healthy eating habits that are essential to living a long life
Childcare qualifications U-turn: implications for the profession
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

In light of dwindling numbers of childcare staff enrolling on higher level training courses, the government has watered down qualification requirements for the sector. Early years groups explain what the changes will mean
Spending Review will force children's services to rethink how they deliver
Authors: Chandiramani Ravi
Published: October 2022

In less than three months' time the government will publish its Spending Review, setting out department budgets for the four years from 2016/17 to 2019/20, with the impact on children's services likely to be profound
Tougher line on behaviour increases fears that pupil exclusions will rise
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Changes that make it easier for teachers to deal with ill-discipline in schools could lead to a rise in the number of pupils, particularly in academies, that are permanently excluded, with devastating effects for their long-term prospects
Timescales Hinder SEN Reforms
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Councils struggle to provide education, health and care plans within the required deadlines, say campaigners
Better Together
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Bridget Robb, chief executive, the British Association of Social Workers
Behind the Inspection Rating: PRU Succeeds in Raising Grades
Authors: Donovan Tristan
Published: October 2022

Heybridge Alternative Provision School, Essex | Pupil referral unit inspection | July 2015
Children's services leaders debate policy and practice challenges
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Protecting children from extremist ideology, improving care leaver support, reforming child mental health services and changes to Ofsted social care inspections were all issues on the agenda at the NCAS conference this month
Cuts ‘fuel rise in homelessness’
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Cuts in prevention services see more vulnerable young people experiencing housing crisis, say charities
Collaboration call for youth sector
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Leading youth organisations want to see closer working between youth services providers and other sectors
NEW AGE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN'S HEALTH
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Local authorities assumed responsibility in October for commissioning public health services for under-fives. Charlotte Goddard explores the challenges involved and plans for the future
Study reveals key to education success for looked-after children
Authors: Berridge David , Sebba Judy , Luke Nikki
Published: October 2022

Research into the factors that influence the school attainment of children in care has dispelled the myth that being in the care system leads automatically to poor education outcomes, with family experiences having a clear impact
Immigration Bill and care leavers
Authors: Maclachlan Stewart
Published: October 2022

Stewart Maclachlan, legal and policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines proposals in the Immigration Bill that would have a detrimental effect on young care leavers with immigration issues
Youth workers take on social care responsibilities as cuts endure
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

A report on youth services provision suggests that more and more local authority youth workers are being deployed in social care-related roles. CYP Now analyses the evidence and looks at the likely ramifications
Supporting Parents with Learning Disabilities
Authors: Fursland Eileen
Published: October 2022

Parents with learning disabilities are more likely to have their children taken into care. However, the right support can help them successfully look after their children, reports Eileen Fursland
‘Frontline for managers’ gets backing
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Innovation grant will hone social work managers' skills, but critics want more widespread training investment
Dedicated to child health
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Judith Ellis, chief executive of the RCPCH
Protect your online reputation
Authors: Broadbent Hannah
Published: October 2022

Balancing personal and professional digital lives can be a complex challenge that is increasingly important for children's professionals
Government hopes cash boost will transform children's mental health
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

The government is to pump over £1bn into overhauling children's mental health services by 2020, but experts say this alone will not be enough to tackle deep-rooted problems with access to therapy and the commissioning system
On the case with the Cafcass Intake Team
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

The creation of an “intake team” by the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service has improved the speed and accuracy of information sent to courts. Charlotte Goddard spent a day with them
Tackling child-on-parent violence
Authors: Thornbery Hugh
Published: October 2022

Abuse of parents by children is a common occurrence, but skilled help and support is available and includes therapeutic interventions
Commissioning Residential Care
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

Working within tight budgets, commissioners of residential care are seeking the best quality for children at the best price. Joe Lepper explores the challenges and a range of different approaches
Party Policy Guide
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes has trawled the manifestos to provide the definitive guide to what the main parliamentary parties are pledging on key issues for children, young people and families
HELPING OTHERS TO FEEL AT HOME
Authors: Rogers Emily
Published: October 2022

The Peer Landlord scheme sees young people supporting others to live independently. Emily Rogers visited the south London housing initiative to find out how it works
Somerset gains from peer help
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Somerset DCS Julian Wooster says working with Essex has helped its children's services to improve
Tackling the taboo of short lives
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Jess Brown talks to Barbara Gelb, chief executive of Together for Short Lives
Guide to safeguarding reforms
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

The government has proposed an overhaul of local safeguarding arrangements. Here are the key changes
Alternative Education Provision
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Inconsistent standards of alternative education offered to children and young people outside of mainstream school settings has led Ofsted to call for this provision to be more closely scrutinised
Freedom to innovate at heart of children's social work reforms
Authors: Puffett Neil , Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

A government policy paper outlines ministers' plans for improving children's social care services, with reforms focusing on changes to professional leadership; social care practice and systems; and governance and accountability
Police rethink early help role
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

A new early intervention charter is helping police forces identify and support families in need sooner
Preventing Youth Offending
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

A shift from a punitive, legal response to youth offending to one that prioritises prevention through support has seen a dramatic fall in the number of young people involved in the justice system
Experts help schools tackle CSE
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Some schools are bringing in specialist trainers to teach staff and pupils about the risks posed by CSE
Implications of minister changes
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Alterations to ministerial briefs at the Department for Education suggest some shifts in policy priorities
Child obesity plan: key measures
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

The government's obesity plan needs to focus more on early years and adolescence, say professionals
Innovation in care leaver support
Authors: Rich Janet
Published: October 2022

As the New Belongings project comes to an end, Janet Rich explains how it has improved care leaving services
Spotlight on local CAMHS plans
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Study identifies features of best and worst local transformation plans for children's mental health services
Rebuilding Rotherham
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Rotherham Council and partners are embarking on a new approach to tackle child sexual exploitation in the wake of the revelations that shocked the country. Charlotte Goddard went to investigate
Childcare for disadvantaged children
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Research found nearly a third of eligible two-year-olds failed to take up a free early education place, with Ofsted raising concerns about the quality and sufficiency of childcare provision in some areas
London's youth club leader
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Adam Offord talks to Rosemary Watt-Wyness, chief executive, London Youth
Legal aid for children at risk
Authors: Reeve Kelly
Published: October 2022

Kelly Reeve, team leader and senior legal consultant for the Child Law Advice Service, considers the legal aid rules for children at risk of abuse and examines how the law leaves this group more vulnerable to harm
Action vital to protect children from public health services cuts
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Cuts to local authority public health services seem inevitable after the government announced it is to slash budgets from this year, with councils considering a range of options to reconfigure some services and reduce others
Study questions NCS benefits
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

The value of the social action programme is demonstrated by its long-term impact, claim organisers
Urgent call for staffing overhaul to make youth custody safer
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Allegations of abuse by a handful of staff at Medway Secure Training Centre highlight longstanding issues over the use of restraint, the quality of the workforce and monitoring of standards in custody, say youth justice experts
Guide to Youth Investment Fund
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Voluntary sector organisations in deprived areas can bid for a share of a new £40m fund for youth projects
Joint inspections reveal agencies' CSE strengths and weaknesses
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Findings from in-depth inspections of five areas' work to tackle child sexual exploitation show agencies are collaborating well, but concerns remain over sharing information and monitoring children who go missing
Government youth justice review indicates move to a local system
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Interim findings of a review of the youth justice system outline plans to devolve delivery to local communities and organisations, but justice experts warn this could have far-reaching consequences for youth offending teams
Safeguarding help for charities
Authors: Marks Sam
Published: October 2022

The voluntary sector can help to safeguard young people, but needs support and funding, says Sam Marks
Merged charity must be ambitious
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Ambition needs to advocate for positive youth work and champion the sector following its merger with NCVYS
Free childcare: the key questions
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

The consultation on delivering the extended free childcare entitlement raises issues for providers and councils
Single assessment framework
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

The single assessment framework was introduced in 2013 to bring together a number of separate inspections of children's social care. What do the judgments so far tell us about the standard of services?
DCS ‘revolving door’ slows down
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Funding and organisation changes are behind fewer children's services directors moving jobs
New parliament: what issues lie ahead for the children's sector?
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The loss of its overall majority has been politically costly for the government, but it has also caused policy upheaval and ministerial changes affecting children's services. Sector leaders consider the implications
Knives linked to rise in custody
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

A rise in the number of young people in custody could be linked to a surge in knife possession offences
How youth work can play a pivotal role in combating radicalisation
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

In the wake of the London and Manchester terror attacks, experts are calling on the government to involve young people and community groups in creating effective ways to address marginalisation and extremist views
EARLY LEARNING AND SCHOOL READINESS
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

High-quality early education has the potential to improve children's development, giving them the essential social, emotional and academic tools they need to successfully transition to school
E-SAFETY AND ONLINE SAFEGUARDING
Authors: Hayes Derren , Carr John , Hancock Matt
Published: October 2022

While the internet provides great opportunities for children and young people, good safeguarding practice is essential to protect them from the threats of abuse, exploitation, bullying and radicalisation
Youth groups outline their plans to boost open-access working
Authors: Hayes Derren , Poole Matt
Published: October 2022

Open-access youth work has suffered greatly in recent years as councils have been forced to target young people most in need, but now the £40m Youth Investment Fund is giving organisations a chance to reach many more
When the Young Inspectors Call
Authors: de Castella Tom
Published: October 2022

Lincolnshire County Council's Young Inspectors programme gives young people the chance to help shape and improve services for them and their peers. Tom de Castella went to see how it works
RESTORATIVE PRACTICE
Authors: Preston Nicola , Michalska Alison , Straker Chris
Published: October 2022

Restorative practice is now being used across a wide range of services for vulnerable children, young people and families and has a distinct set of principles and standards underpinning the approach
INTRAFAMILIAL ABUSE
Authors: Hayes Derren , Longfield Anne , Schooling Eleanor
Published: October 2022

Data shows the number of child abuse, parental neglect and domestic violence cases is rising, raising tough challenges for how child protection services and professionals work effectively with families
Police academy: how forces are on the front line of early intervention
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Lancashire and Northamptonshire police are involved in a multi-agency early intervention initiative to develop new ways of working with children and young people with the aim of diverting them from a crime pathway
Local focus on SEND in schools
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Review shows how councils can improve provision to reduce need for out-of-area residential schools
Joint targeted area inspections
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Inspections of local safeguarding arrangements were introduced in 2016 to examine joint working across agencies, uncovering examples of how areas tackle neglect, child sexual exploitation and domestic abuse
Government outlines new plans for local safeguarding arrangements
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

A DfE consultation reveals local agencies will have 15 months to implement new safeguarding arrangements to replace local safeguarding children boards, but some areas are already forging ahead with preparations
Social worker accreditation plans spark two-tier workforce concerns
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Consultation on social worker accreditation system outlines plans for a two-stage implementation, with 31 areas volunteering in the first phase. But sector leaders are concerned this will create a two-tier workforce
United for children
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Carol Iddon, managing director, Action for Children
Maintained nursery schools
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Maintained nursery schools deliver high-quality early years provision for many of the most deprived communities, yet their future is in doubt due to proposed changes in the childcare funding system
Children with complex disabilities ‘lost’ in fragmented care system
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Dame Christine Lenehan review of inpatient care for children and young adults with severe learning disabilities finds policies and services lack co-ordination and calls for health and social care to develop integrated provision
How to deliver better EHC plans
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Guide offers councils advice on producing education, health and care plans for children with SEN
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Fundamental reforms to services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities aim to transform the way support is provided and improve education and care outcomes
Foster Care
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The government has pledged to undertake a national “stocktake” of foster care amid concerns about a shortage of carers, in order to improve policy across the board and meet the diverse needs of children
Improving readiness for school
Authors: Flowerdew-Kincaid Colette
Published: October 2022

London mayor plan boosts links between school and early years so children are prepared for learning
Local safeguarding children boards
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Ofsted inspections of local safeguarding children boards show a varied picture of performance, prompting the government to recommend a new system for joining up local safeguarding practice
Strong voice for single parents
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Neil Puffett meets Rosie Ferguson, chief executive of charity Gingerbread
Access to justice for abuse victims
Authors: Lagrue Marianne
Published: October 2022

Marianne Lagrue, policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, outlines new rules on evidence for legal aid in cases of domestic or child abuse that will benefit those living in desperate situations
Inspecting ‘off-rolling’
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Ofsted has found evidence that a significant minority of schools are finding ways to manage more challenging pupils out. New tools will make it easier to identify this practice, says Jo Stephenson
Rethinking care relationships
Authors: Elvin Andy
Published: October 2022

New families of looked-after children may experience varying levels of support depending on the legal order the child is under. It is time to end these discrepancies to ensure all get the right support
County lines: child victims of crime
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines new measures intended to improve the response to county lines and child criminal exploitation
Secure schools: government looks to providers to deliver reforms
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

MoJ documents reveal details of how secure school will operate and what prospective providers must do to fulfil ministers' ambitions. But one expert fears that a lack of funding and too many children may harm its impact
Creating more 30-hour places
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Figures suggest access to free childcare is getting more difficult, with early years leaders calling for changes
Becoming an Ofsted inspector
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

There are a range of different ways that professionals working with children can become an Ofsted inspector, with the role offering the chance to deepen knowledge and experience, finds Jo Stephenson
Be alert to signs of child trafficking
Authors: MacLachlan Stewart
Published: October 2022

Stewart MacLachlan, legal and policy officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, explores the risks facing child victims of trafficking and reasons for the low levels of prosecution for trafficking offences
PARTICIPATION IN ACTION: Collaborative project sees young people help design their own prosthetic limbs
Authors: Eminson Sophie
Published: October 2022

Project Starworks Innovation Project

Organisation Devices for Dignity NIHR Health Technology Co-operative Participation

Summary Disabled young people who use prosthetic limbs have worked with technicians and clinicians to devise new products that will improve the comfort and quality of prosthetics, making their lives better
Investigation reveals increase in adoption placement breakdowns
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

FoI data shows a rise in adoptions breaking down over the past five years and inconsistent data collection by councils. Experts say findings show the need for better data and improved post-adoption support services
Innovating for children centres
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

With the future of children's centres still unclear, councils are having to be creative to maintain provision
Post-adoption support boost
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Freedom of Information data reveals extent of council “match funding” under Adoption Support Fund
Recruiting a diverse board
Authors: Wilson Penny
Published: October 2022

Many charities struggle to recruit trustees effectively, yet a diverse board with a good mix of skills and experience ensures organisations get the scrutiny and guidance that they need to survive and thrive
Appealing an Ofsted judgment
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

There will always be early years settings unhappy with the rating they receive from Ofsted. Jo Stephenson looks at the options for appealing the decision and the processes to follow
Delays undermine asylum transfer scheme
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Campaigners back inspection report that shows funding and capacity concerns are delaying transfers of unaccompanied children
Tackling teenage pregnancies
Authors: Eminson Sophie , Tierney Anne
Published: October 2022

As national conception rates for girls under 18 fall, three councils' successful approaches are outlined
Transferring asylum-seeking children
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines new guidance for the National Transfer Scheme for transferring asylum-seeking children in the UK
Rewards for young volunteers
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

New ‘reward card’ aims to get young people from disadvantaged backgrounds involved in social action
Mapping children's centre cuts
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Experts challenge minister's assertion that poorest areas have not seen children's centres closed
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Policymakers and practitioners are boosting support for families in the most disadvantaged areas to help pre-school children develop the skills they need to thrive and reduce the attainment gap
COMMISSIONING CARE
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Commissioners play a pivotal role in ensuring vulnerable children receive the care they need. However, demand and funding pressures are driving the development of new systems and changes in practice
Five ways councils can get more from 30 hours funded childcare
Authors: Hempsall James , Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

As the second year of 30 hours funded childcare approaches, James Hempsall outlines what council leaders need to do to ensure the policy reaches those eligible and delivers on early years and social mobility duties
YOTs and universities link up
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Youth offending teams are creating partnerships with universities to improve knowledge of best practice
Early years inspections
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Inspection is stressful for most nursery managers, but good preparation can help ensure you are ready for whatever is thrown at you. Trainer and consultant Sue Allingham gives Jo Stephenson her top tips
Report: Disability Differentials in Educational Attainment in England
Authors: Chatzitheochari Stella , Platt Lucinda
Published: October 2022

Researchers from the University of Warwick and the London School of Economics set out to discover how academic and social influences contribute to the educational outcomes and choices of young people with disabilities. The researchers analysed data from the Longitudinal Study of Young People in England, a study that followed approximately 16,000 adolescents from 658 secondary schools aged 13 to 20.
Peer support project gives voice to young people with irregular immigration status
Authors: Carter Joel
Published: October 2022

Provider Just for Kids Law

Name Let Us Learn

Summary Peer support project brings refugee young people together to share experiences and challenge hostile immigration system
Draft standards miss the mark
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Experts warn revised youth justice standards may reduce children's rights and lead to inconsistent practice
Factors for SEND funding crisis
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Research findings support local government calls for a ‘reboot’ of how SEND services are commissioned