Families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are warning ministers against weakening legal protections amid a deeply troubled education system. A powerful Westminster Hall debate on September 15 …
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has condemned the ongoing maternity care crisis in Somerset as “absolutely shameful” during a visit to a baby sensory class in Ilminster. Accompanied by Yeovil MP Adam Dance on September …
A mother is sounding the alarm after her two-year-old son suffered painful burns on both feet from stepping onto a hidden fire pit on a Dorset beach. Amy Lambert, 36, and her husband Richard took their two sons, Harry, two, …
The Education Secretary has emphasized the crucial role parents play in ensuring children attend school regularly and maintain good behaviour, as the Government introduces new initiatives aimed at supporting schools in these …
Katie Price says she feels “at peace” following a very public disagreement with her ex-husband Peter Andre. The dispute began after Katie claimed she was excluded from appearing on her 18-year-old daughter Princess’s new …
In Bath, the playground at Loxton Drive in Twerton has been shut down and chained off by Bath and North East Somerset Council, sparking frustration among local parents. The closure began in mid-July and is expected to last …
A fresh and inviting café and community hub has opened its doors in Cheddar, Somerset, dedicated to offering more than just coffee. Spearheaded by children’s mental health charity The Space, this new venue aims to be a …
As summer holidays begin across the country, students eagerly embrace six weeks of freedom and hopefully some sunshine. Yet, a lively debate is emerging about whether the lengthy summer break is doing more harm than good. …
A couple accused of murdering their premature infant in a special care unit at Yeovil District Hospital have denied causing any harm. Baby Brendon Staddon, born at 33 weeks and weighing 1.83kg, tragically died after …
A father accused of murdering his premature baby reportedly shouted and became angry at the infant, a jury has been told. Two-week-old Brendon Staddon suffered catastrophic injuries to his head, neck, legs, and jaw while in …
A Somerset mother, Charlotte England, has been waiting nearly two years to secure the special needs support her child requires. Charlotte, 30, initially applied for a Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) assessment …
Primrose Lane Primary School in Yeovil has once again impressed Ofsted inspectors, maintaining its coveted ‘Outstanding’ rating in the latest inspection report published on June 19. The school, which educates 260 children …
In a powerful display of community solidarity, hundreds of parents and supporters gathered in Yeovil to protest the abrupt closure of the town’s birthing and special care baby units. The sudden shutdown has sent shockwaves …
A new legislation is set to be debated in Parliament this week, seeking to alleviate the financial strain on parents when it comes to purchasing school uniforms for their children. The proposal aims to address the escalating …
Dozens of schools have dropped out of the government’s free breakfast club trial, with others replacing them - find out if yours is still taking part using our interactive map. The Department for Education has begun rolling …