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Despite various controversies, this Olympics has been the most successful for our Paralympians who are at 2nd place in the Medals tables with a fantastic total of 98 medals (at the moment!)
It’s been thrilling to see our athletes reaching such highs, especially for a country that is famous for losing at most sports!
It’s a […]

Posted by Rebecca Graceson in Inspiration, News

Parents & carers site
Even more exciting news! The Parents & Carers website has now been officially launched.
With the majority of carers in the UK finding it difficult to access support, information and training, ParentsandCarers.com provides carers, charities and organisations a platform to open up the communication channels.
Carers can already start to use the tools that […]

Posted by Kelvin Jones in News

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Schools Secretary Ed Balls has launched a new guide for schools to help stamp out bullying of children with learning disabilities.
According to Mencap a shocking 8 out of 10 children with learning disabilities have been bullied, and 6 out of 10

Posted by Rebecca Graceson in News

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Last year Every Disabled Child Matters (EDCM) asked their young supporters what they would change if they were Prime Minister for the day. Top of their list was “having more fun things to do and places to go”.

Posted by Rebecca Graceson in Activities, News

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Good news for parents of children aged between 6 and 16 or who are not recognised as having a disability - the Government have announced that they will extend the right to request flexible working to all parents with a child under 16.
Employers are under no obligation to say yes, but […]

Posted by Rebecca Graceson in News