SEND Reforms Could Heighten Parental Frustrations if Not Properly Implemented, Expert Warns Thursday, February 26, 2026 send education reforms specialneeds funding teachers earlyintervention parents specialists inclusion The Government has introduced a new white paper proposing major reforms to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, affecting around one in five children in England. These changes are designed to address … Read More
Lydney Coach Natasha Crabbe Nominated for Prestigious National Gymnastics Award Friday, January 30, 2026 gymnastics coaching inclusion community awards safeguarding sport recognition natashacrabbe britishgymnastics Natasha Crabbe, a dedicated gymnastics coach from the Forest of Dean Gymnastics Club in Lydney, Gloucestershire, has been shortlisted for a coveted award at the British Gymnastics Awards. This recognition celebrates her … Read More
Man Facing Job Losses After Brain Injury Struggles with Social Inhibition Monday, January 26, 2026 braininjury disinhibition employment rehabilitation hospitality disability awareness support neuropsychology inclusion Nicholas Atherton, 33, from Gloucester, has faced repeated job losses due to the effects of a brain injury sustained in a car accident. The injury has left him with a condition known as disinhibition, meaning he often says … Read More
Community Calls for Students to Help Name New Special School Amid Concerns over Proposed Title Wednesday, November 19, 2025 gloucestershire specialeducation schoolnaming inclusion autism community youth education accessibility consultation Concerns have surfaced over the proposed name of a new special needs school in Gloucester, leading to calls for students to have a voice in naming the institution. The planned 200-pupil school at Wheatridge East in Abbeydale … Read More
Political Leaders Unite to Condemn Hate Crimes in Stroud District Friday, November 14, 2025 hatecrime inclusion community stroud politics unity diversity gloucestershire safety respect All political leaders across Stroud District Council have come together in a united front to firmly denounce hate crimes and emphasize that their community remains welcoming and inclusive for everyone. Leaders from the Green … Read More
Man Diagnosed with ADHD Later in Life Now Empowers Children Through Nature Monday, October 27, 2025 adhd nature education children inclusion empowerment mentorship outdoors learning diversity After receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, John Stevens discovered a new purpose: helping children transform their lives through nature. Drawing on his own experiences, John now supports young people—particularly those … Read More