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A BBC survey reveals over a third of secondary teachers witnessed misogynistic behaviour in school in just one week, with many feeling unprepared to address it. As harmful online ideologies increasingly influence young people—especially boys—schools face growing safeguarding challenges. This blog explores the roots of the issue, its impact on pupils, and how schools can respond with proactive, informed strategies.
Colleges across Wales are seeing a rise in behavioural issues linked to post-pandemic trauma, social immaturity, and the influence of toxic online culture—especially among young male learners in vocational programmes. Estyn’s latest report calls for long-term investment, clearer national guidance, and better staff training. This blog explores the challenges, root causes, and what safeguarding professionals can do to create safer, more supportive further education environments.
Children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) face significantly increased risks of criminal and sexual exploitation—yet national policy and frontline practice often fail to meet their needs. Based on recent research by Manchester Metropolitan University, this blog explores why children with SEND are more vulnerable, the systemic failures currently undermining their protection, and what education, care, and safeguarding professionals must do to improve outcomes.
Ofcom has launched over 40 mandatory measures under the Online Safety Act to protect children from harmful content online. This blog explores what these new rules mean for schools, care providers, and safeguarding professionals, and why organisations must go beyond compliance to create truly safe digital environments for young people. With enforcement starting in 2025, the time to act is now.
A recent decision by Walsall councillors to reject a proposed children’s care home highlights the critical role of environment in safeguarding. Despite meeting planning criteria, the home was deemed unsuitable due to high local crime rates and safety concerns. This blog explores why compliance alone isn't enough—and how real safeguarding starts with prioritising location, context, and care.