As we enter 2026, the SEND system in England is under unprecedented strain. Identification rates continue to rise, statutory processes are overwhelmed, and schools are

For decades, UK education policy has focused on what pupils know. League tables, assessments and catch-up strategies are designed to measure attainment, yet they often

How do you turn school struggles into success stories? The December 2025 Wirral Virtual School Impact Report reveals how a dedicated health mentor and a

As we approach Children’s Mental Health Week 2026, the theme “This is My Place” serves as a vital reminder that belonging is not just a

The path to Evolve… After graduating university with a degree in sport, exercise and health sciences, Anna saw the role of health mentor as a

Introduction In September 2024 Ofsted announced that it would retire single‑word judgements from September 2025, and replace them with report cards using a five‑point grading scale. 

The UK is undergoing a fundamental shift in how value is defined in the public and private sectors. With the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023, the days of awarding public contracts based primarily on cost are fading.

Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) have long been a lifeline for children with special educational needs and disabilities. More than just paperwork, these plans are legally binding commitments that ensure tailored support for those who need it most. But in recent weeks, that lifeline has come under threat.

Since joining Evolve in April 2024, Harry Mason has built something far more powerful than routines or timetables – he’s built trust. In a Barking and Dagenham secondary school, Harry’s greatest achievement hasn’t been a single breakthrough moment, but the quiet, consistent work of showing up for students week after week – even when progress felt slow.

Whether it’s cereal, toast, or a full fry-up, breakfast marks the start of the day for many. But some of us prefer to skip breakfast entirely, often without consideration of the consequences. Read on to understand the history, the science and the politics behind breakfast.