Major investment to improve special needs education in Devon
More than £1 million is to be spent on improving special needs education in Devon. Devon County Council’s Cabinet approved the investment at its meeting on Wednesday 10 July.
SEND and Early Help survey
A Devon-wide survey of all agencies that engage with the DCFP is being carried out to gauge agencies’ understanding of SEND and Early Help.
New head’s improvements win backing from inspectors
The new headteacher of a North Devon secondary school has won the strong support of independent inspectors for the improvements he is making to students’ education.
Children and Young People’s Plan 2019-2022: we want to hear your feedback
We have developed the Children and Young Peoples Plan from the things that staff, parents and children have told us are important. We are now checking we have got this right.
Devon schools reduce carbon dioxide on journey to school
Pupils from 29 Devon schools, who took part in the annual Big Pedal challenge organised by cycling and walking charity Sustrans, walked, cycled and scooted their way to make an astonishing 45,465 journeys.
Safer working practice guidance: if you work in an educational setting
Guidance for safer working practice for those working with children and young people in education settings – May 2019.
Invitation to the regional Online Safety Update session from the UK Safer Internet Centre
A chance for professionals in the local community to learn about out about free resources and services that will help them to keep children and adults safer online.
Devon Card for care leavers
This is a pre-paid card which can be loaded with care leaver entitlements in a safe and efficient way to manage entitlements. It provides a new and secure way of receiving and spending funds.
Befriend a local young person in care
Could you provide support and friendship to a young person in care? Independent Visitor volunteers wanted in Devon.
Tickets for the 2019 Early Help Roadshows are now available
Tickets for the Early Help Roadshows, taking place across Devon in June and July 2019, are now available. Book your ticket here!