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Transitions and Vulnerability for Children with SEND

Explore why transitions can increase vulnerability for children with SEND. This episode highlights how changes in routine, environment, and relationships can impact wellbeing and safeguarding, and why careful planning, communication, and collaboration are key to supporting pupils through periods of change.

12 Jul 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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Safeguarding - Learning from Near Misses

Explore how “near misses” in safeguarding—moments where harm was avoided—offer powerful insights for schools and colleges. This episode highlights the value of early observation, clear communication, and consistent recording in recognising risks before they escalate, and how reflective, blame-free cultures strengthen safeguarding practice.

05 Jul 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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The Crime and Policing Act 2026

Explore how the Crime and Policing Act 2026 goes beyond policing to reshape safeguarding. This episode highlights new offences like child criminal exploitation, the growing risks of AI-driven abuse, and a shift towards earlier intervention, prevention, and multi-agency responsibility to better protect children and vulnerable people.

28 Jun 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 – Part 3

Explore how the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 is reshaping online safety for young people. This episode unpacks a shift from reactive moderation to prevention, new powers over platform features, evolving age verification, and Ofcom’s expanded role—highlighting what this means for the future of children’s digital lives.

21 Jun 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 – Part 2

Explore Part 2 of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 and what it means for schools. Sam and Sara unpack major reforms—from safeguarding and home education oversight to academy accountability and local authority powers—revealing a shift towards a more integrated, regulated education system focused on wellbeing and protection.

14 Jun 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 – Part 1

Explore Part 1 of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 and its major shift towards early intervention, stronger family support, and integrated multi-agency safeguarding. Sam and Sara unpack key changes—from family group decision-making to multi-agency teams—and what they mean for protecting children and shaping future practice.

07 Jun 2026, by Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

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