Children and families
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Who are Britain’s left behind and what is to blame?
Anyone who has lived or worked in poor communities knows they are complex. When it comes to supporting these communities, solutions are often in short supply or ineffective. Here SMC Chair, Alun Francis shares his view with the FT on the current issues facing Britain’s left behind communities.
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EYFS: Sure Start wasn’t perfect, but lessons can be learned
Despite new research highlighting the positive impact of Sure Start, there are reasons why the scheme shouldn’t simply be relaunched, says Alun Francis, Chair of the Social Mobility Commission.
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Social Mobility Talks episode 8: The importance of early years
Rob Wilson, Deputy Chair of the Social Mobility Commission hosts the latest edition of our podcast with Sir David Bell, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sunderland, discussing early years care… read more
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Family and Parenting Programmes
Children who get a good start in life are more likely to do well in education, get better jobs, and even live longer. With the government’s recent announcement of £300… read more
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CBBC legend Kirsten O’Brien backs new Social Mobility Commission parenting campaign
CBBC legend Kirsten O’Brien backs new Social Mobility Commission parenting campaign Social Mobility Commission launches new parenting campaign in Middlesbrough and Great Yarmouth to help promote early years development in… read more