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These articles for parents will provide you with a wide range of information about issues in your child's school. There are also many specific topic areas for you to explore, including behaviour, achievement, special educational needs and more. Also visit our sister site My Child, a unique family learning and education guide that helps parents help their children learn.

An investigation into the effects of Seroxat | Parent

In March 2008, a four-year investigation into whether Glaxosmithkline had withheld negative information about the effects of Seroxat on under-18s ended with a decision that there was insufficient evidence to mount a successful prosecution. Special Children reports

Meeting the community's needs | Parent

How can outreach work effectively engage hard-to-reach community members? Partnership working and forward thinking has been successful in breaking down barriers to participation, as Nazia Hussain, project manager for Keighley extended schools cluster in Bradford, explains

Promoting healthy early years settings | Parent

Early Years Update looks at the National Healthy Schools Programme and the key issues it aims to address

The Children's Plan: raising emotional literacy | Parent

What does the Children's Plan have to say about shaping up a more emotionally literate education system?

Making provision for how boys learn best | Parent

In early years especially, boys should not be forced into a "girl-like" model of learning, explains Steve Mynard

Supporting parents and carers of children who have been sexually abused | Parent

Mosac is a London-based charity that supports non-abusing parents and carers of children who have been sexually abused. Julia Webb-Harvey provides a case study to illustrate its work

Working with parents to raise additional funds for your school | Parent

The parental fundraising team is a fanstastic resource. Paul Ainsworth and Josephine Smith look at how to maximise the work it does

Reviewing your school complaints procedure | Parent

Michael Segal explains why a clear school complaints procedure is vital

How to approach 'failure to educate' claims | Parent

The rulings of two recent legal cases indicate that an SEN pupil's attitude and application will now be key in assessing educational negligence claims, writes Mark Blois

The Children's Plan: key points for early years | Parent

The Children’s Plan was launched by Ed Balls in December 2007, but what are the government's objectives for this initiative?

Provision for pupils with moderate learning difficulties | Parent

Michael Farrell considers provision for pupils with moderate learning difficulties (MLD)

Building Schools for the Future: Involvement for governors | Parent

Phil Williams, chair of governors of Kelmscott Secondary School, gives a personal view of his school's involvement in the first wave of the Building Schools for the Future scheme

Can parents smack their children? | Parent

Jenni Whitehead reports on a review of the legislation that limited the use of physical chastisement

Photography and filming in school: when the Data Protection Act applies | Parent

Jenni Whitehead provides clarification on when the Data Protection Act applies to photographing and filming students in school

Parents as partners in children's early learning and development | Parent

Helen Wheeler describes how the PEAL training programme helped practitioners to develop parents' involvement in their children’s learning

Parent governor representatives | Parent

Recent research into the experiences of parent governor representatives (PGRs) found confusion over the role, lack of respect and communication difficulties, writes David Gordon

Can happiness be taught? | Parent

Some participants in a phone-in programme about the roll-out of SEAL thought that happiness could not or should not be taught, and that it was simply a question of 'common sense'. Emotional literacy coordinator Julie Leoni explains why she disagrees

'Racism' challenge to exclusion decision | Parent

When is exclusion for serious misconduct justified, and how careful must a headteacher be in excluding a pupil?

SEN past the age of 16: where do limits of responsibility lie? | Parent

Who gets the final say in deciding when a statement of SEN comes to an end? David Ruebain, Chris Barnett and David Wolfe unravel a complex new case

'Pressure is good for me' says one Year 10 gifted pupil | Parent

Natassja Cole gives her verdict on the pros and cons of being on the G&T register

Exclusion of a violent pupil who has SEN | Parent

Legal Surgery answers a question about exclusion of a violent pupil who has SEN

New exclusion rules (part 1): the head teacher's decision | Parent

Amid a deluge of new discipline and behaviour provision, the updated exclusions guidance has taken effect. Ingrid Sutherland outlines the changes

A pupil's right to privacy | Parent

Which is more important — a pupil's right to privacy, or the public interest in education?

The statutory requirements of the EYFS | Parent

Early Years Update highlights the key management issues contained in the EYFS Statutory Framework

The importance of healthy eating for young children | Parent

Jenni Clarke discusses the important role early years practitioners can play in helping young children to develop good eating habits

National organisations for gifted and talented | Parent

The CfBT Education Trust manages the national gifted and talented strategy and is planning an online 'one-stop-shop' to provide routes to CPD, case study material, outreach events, resources etc

Your responsibilities for administering medicines (part two) | Parent

Special needs consultant Patti Turner details the actions you need to take to ensure your school is fully meeting the medicinal needs of all children

Differences between primary and secondary governance | Parent

Joan Sallis examines some of the different issues that affect governors in primary and secondary schools

A better start is not always sure for children with SEN | Parent

New research evaluates how effectively Sure Start programmes help children with special needs and disabilities

Children’s Hospices call for schools to dive in this Autumn | Parent

The Association of Children's Hospices (ACH) – the national voice for children's hospice services – asks schools to celebrate 25 years of children's hospice care through the Butterfly Swimathon.

Domestic violence and parental substance misuse | Parent

Are child protection practices and procedures are adequate in cases of domestic violence and parental substance misuse?

Babysitting: an Irish Red Cross project | Parent

Looking after other people's children is responsible work, says Sue Dale Tunnicliffe

Top tips for test success | Parent

Christine Fanthome outlines practical strategies for students to aid examination success

Your responsibility for administering medicines | Parent

Does your school have an effective policy on the administration of medication to children? Special needs consultant Patti Turner looks at some of the problems that can arise and the ways to avoid them

Getting parents on board with GCSE coursework | Parent

A long-term, focused relationship with parents can pay dividends, says John Welham.

The importance of windows on the school | Parent

Many governors’ influence in their schools falls short of the model suggested by law, regulations, training, and the perceptions of politicians and the press.

Truancy: when should the LA prosecute? | Parent

Q: can a parent be prosecuted for not sending a child to school when there is an education supervision order in force?

School transport: basic law and best practice | Parent

New initiatives, including travel plans and school transport advisers, are being introduced. Managers ignore these at their peril, writes Ingrid Sutherland.

Analysing and uprooting the prejudice against giftedness | Parent

Why do so many people think that giftedness is a ‘seriously wrong’ idea? Dr Ruth Cigman argues that the way forward lies in ensuring that we recognise genuine giftedness.

Internet and mobile technology security | Parent

Every school has a general duty of care for all of the children in its care. This extends to ensuring children's safety on the internet.

Fire safety concerns | Parent

A fire safety petition is calling for the installation of sprinkler systems in all new and refurbished schools.

Appropriate and affordable childcare for all | Parent

EYU reviews a new report calling for increased government spending to bring about a childcare system that combines quality, affordability and appropriateness for all children.

Attachment theory | Parent

Attachment theory is explored here by Steve Mynard, who summarises some of the research and suggests ways that you could use this in your setting.

Are we responsible for each other's health? | Parent

In his regular column, Dr Graham Haydon argues that the decision to smoke is not just a matter of individual choice.

Encouraging men to enter the childcare workforce | Parent

Angela Youngman investigates some initiatives designed to involve men in careers with young children.

Parents: a help or a hindrance? | Parent

Pat Barnes, education consultant and former head, suggests ways to manage and make the most of parental help in schools.

A whole-school approach to healthy eating | Parent

The successful implementation of new standards for school lunches, along with an increased uptake in school meals, is enhanced by a whole-school approach, according to research by the School Food Trust

New campaign to help children and their parents get help for alcohol addiction | Parent

A new campaign calls on the government to launch an enquiry into the impact of parental alcohol misuse and develop new services for parents and children

Combating mobile phone bullying | Parent

Mobile phone bullying is on the increase but there is plenty of support available.

Managing writing in the early years | Parent

Use all the openings possible to encourage your children to express themselves through the written word, says Lynn Cousins.

Early Years: signs for success | Parent

Angela Youngman finds out about a scheme to improve communication in early years settings through the use of sign language.

Developing a whole-school food policy | Parent

A whole-school approach to food and health is fundamental to establishing good dietary habits and an understanding of the links between good nutrition and future health. In this article Anna Denny shows how shools can support children in leading a healthy lifestyle.

Where has all the money gone? | Parent

The cashless school will bring a dramatic range of benefits for students, parents and schools.

Every lesson counts | Parent

It is estimated that one in six truants on any given day is absent with their parents on a family holiday. As part of the government’s drive to curb unauthorised term-time absences, the DfES and the Association of British Travel Agents are currently promoting the Every Lesson Counts scheme, which offers discounts, free child places and early booking deals for families.

Making the move to better food | Parent

School meals are in the news again, as Hull City Council announces the success of its free healthy lunch programme for primary and special school pupils.

School admissions: still a postcode lottery? | Parent

Headteacher David Dixon considers the inequalities of the schools admissions system, including negative effects on social cohesion and the ability of some schools to raise achievement and attainment.

School admissions: how well is the system working? | Parent

Amelia Wallington looks at what schools can do to counteract increasing appeals from parents.

Corporal punishment and religious freedom | Parent

DOES the right to freedom of religion entitle teachers to inflict corporal punishment on children if parents authorise it?

Family learning | Parent

Family learning covers all forms of informal and formal learning that involve more than one generation, writes Melissa Gardner

Assessing the impact of Parent Partnership Services | Parent

To what extent do Parent Partnership Services work in supporting national strategies for promoting inclusion and reducing poor outcomes for some individual pupils with special educational needs? SENCOs who are often the link between PPSs, parents and their school will be interested in answers to this question and others in the findings of this new study.

Website of the Month: I CAN | Parent

I CAN, the charity concerned with meeting the needs of a wide range of pupils with communication difficulties has an easy-to-navigate and informative website. It includes dedicated areas that provide advice and support related to early years and school phases of education.

Are SEN Parent Partnership Services effective? | Parent

Not all local authorities fully appreciate the value of Parent Partnership Services (PPSs), according to new research(1). Some authorities are not convinced about the use of the service in enhancing outcomes for pupils with special educational needs.

Medical conditions: education or medication? | Parent

As the Change for Children programme progresses, Simon Collister looks at how more and more children with medical conditions are having their needs met in mainstream settings.

Schools urged to get children to drink more | Parent

A group of health experts has warned that the recent attention given to improving the quality of school meals has overshadowed moves to get children to drink more.

Tough new standards for food in schools | Parent

The drive to improve the quality of food in schools has taken another step forward with the publication of a report by the independent School Meals Review Panel.

SENCO's role in helping pupils with communication disability | Parent

I CAN, the charity that helps children communicate has coined the term ‘communication disability’ to encompass the problems faced by all 1.2 million children and young people across the UK with speech, language or communication difficulties or delays.

Boys: the magic of silence and stillness | Parent

Many statistics point to the potential risks and disadvantages of being a boy, but how can we help them fulfil their potential? Maggie Dent investigates

Disability discrimination beyond the school gates | Parent

Disabled children and young people can experience discrimination related to their disability in contexts that extend beyond school as the following story illustrates.

Omega oils boost brain power | Parent

The interim results of a pioneering study involving 60 toddlers in Durham have provided impressive evidence of the effects of omega-3 oil on children's learning abilities.

Making schools dyslexia friendly | Parent

SENCOs will find two recent publications helpful for developing dyslexia-friendly schools – one for adult literacy and numeracy skills, the other from the primary national strategy.



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