Tuition fees – to cut or not to cut
Despite anecdotal evidence that higher tuition fees act as a deterrent to university applications and the fact that a review commissioned by the Prime Minister is expected to recommend major cuts, Education Secretary Damian Hinds has said there is no evidence higher tuition fees have deterred young people in England…
Read MoreCouncils facing £472 million deficit in SEND funding
Cllr Anntoinette Bramble, Chair of the Local Government Association’s Children and Young People Board, has responded to the announcement by the Department for Education of funding to support children with special educational needs and disabilities. Praising the Government’s recognition of the issues begin faced by Councils across the country, Cllr…
Read More80% of schools lack funding for SEN support
A new report from the Key has found that 80% of mainstream schools in England lack the proper funding to sufficiently support SEN pupils. The report also states that 75% of schools have experienced waiting times beyond the maximum six weeks timetable for an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan…
Read MoreDoes you accept referrals from private individuals?
Unfortunately not, we only work business to business, through solicitors, local authorities, CPS, case management companies and schools. If you are a private individual looking for a psychologist please speak with your solicitor, school, GP or insurer. If you wish to locate a Psychologist yourself then visit the British Psychological Society’s…
Read MoreWe are proud to sponsor Tes SEN Show 2018
As the UK’s leading independent provider of Psychology services to the Education sector across the UK, we are delighted to announce that we are sponsoring this years’ Tes SEN Show, which is taking place on 5th & 6th October 2018 at The Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH.
Read MoreNearly half of teachers struggling with mental health, suggests survey
Nearly half of respondents to a poll on teacher wellbeing said their mental health was poor, fuelling fears that growing numbers are struggling to cope with the profession’s changing demands. A significant proportion also take medication because of their job. And the convener of a national mental health helpline has…
Read MoreWill I pay more through you for a Psychologist rather than finding one myself?
Absolutely not! Our service is based on providing excellent value – and added value. Not only will we secure you an appropriately qualified and experienced Psychologist for your case without all the time and hassle of searching for one yourself, but we’ll handle all administration, bookings and ensure you get…
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