International Day of Education 2026: Co-creation and Mental Health in Education Every year on 24 January, the world marks the International Day of Education, celebrating the role that learning plays in fostering peace, development and human dignity. In 2026, the theme...
New data suggests that ‘adolescents who are already struggling emotionally are more likely to increase their screen use.’ In a new study titled “How do social media use, gaming frequency, and internalizing symptoms predict each other over time in...
Backed by £200 million, every teacher to receive training to support SEND pupils In a press release today (16th January 2026) the DfE have announced a new requirement that every teacher receives training to support pupils with SEND, backed by £200 million training...
The DfE release ‘Children of the 2020s’ research brief Lily Blakeledge January 2026 As educators and Mental Health Leads, we are often on the frontline of the shifting developmental landscape. A recent research brief from the Children of the 2020s study, titled Home...
Why Psychological Flexibility Is a Superpower for Young People By Nic Hooper January 2026 Growing up today can feel overwhelming. Young people are navigating school pressure, social media, family expectations, changing identities, and a world that rarely slows down....
Government to introduce academy trust inspections “In a press release, the Education Secretary has today tabled an amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, to give parents and communities greater confidence that schools are part of strong,...
