Support staff can be left with challenging situations to manage that are beyond their capabilities. In this article, Lawrence Warburton explains how correct supervision can provide effective support and ensure that training and beneficial advice are given.

The consultation documents are out. Educators can finally see in print what the inspection service is proposing for the new framework in September. Suzanne O’Connell identifies some of the key issues for the attendance officer.

Children and young people with SEN may need extra help and provision to help them understand the rules around safeguarding in school. In this article, Suzanne O’Connell describes the policies and plans that settings should have in place.

Pupils with Down Syndrome (DS) can benefit from being in a mainstream classroom, as can the children around them. Rosie Eachus gives ideas on helping children with Down Syndrome in the classroom.