Schools Bill

The Schools Bill, also referred to as the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, focuses on improving education and safeguarding children. Key aspects include:

1. Safeguarding and Welfare:
   • Provisions to enhance the safeguarding and welfare of children, including support for those in care or leaving care.
   • Measures to regulate care workers and educational establishments.
2. Education Reforms:
   • Changes to school admissions, teacher misconduct regulations, and the establishment of new schools.
   • Introduction of breakfast club provisions and school uniform regulations to support pupil wellbeing.
3. Legislative Progress:
   • The Bill has undergone readings and debates in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
   • It aims to harmonize elements like curriculum entitlement and teacher pay across schools.

This legislation represents a comprehensive effort to address key challenges in education and child welfare. You can explore more details