Tag: education
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Children of Migrant Families and Access to Early Years/Childcare Services — The Overlooked Barrier
Early education and childcare do more than keep a tired parent working — they shape children’s language, social skills, school-readiness and long-term life chances. Yet in the UK a hidden policy barrier is shutting tens of thousands of children out of those opportunities: immigration conditions that place their parents under No Recourse to Public Funds…
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Children in the Shadows: How UK Asylum Policies Impact Young Lives
The UK’s asylum policy neglects the plight of thousands of children, often leaving them in limbo without support. Many flee war and persecution, facing trauma during the lengthy asylum process. Issues like age assessment and inadequate access to education and mental health services exacerbate their struggles, highlighting the urgent need for compassionate reforms.
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Navigating with ZabethJ
Guidance, care, and clarity for every family’s journey Welcome to My Blog! Hello and thank you for visiting. I’m Zabethjohn, a retired social worker with decades of experience in the UK social care system. This blog is a space dedicated to exploring important issues in child protection, social care practices, and the unique challenges faced…
Navigating with ZabethJ 