Archive for January 2026
The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) comment on Kindred Squared report on school readiness
Pepe Di’Iasio, General Secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, responds to a report from Kindred Squared, suggesting a growing number of pupils are not school ready when they start in reception. Click here to read the full press release.
Read MoreThe Telegraph: Screen time damages toddlers’ speech, study finds
A major UK study found that toddlers who spend long periods on screens have significantly smaller vocabularies and more behavioural issues, with negative effects becoming clear after about 86 minutes a day. In response, the government plans to issue non-judgmental guidance for parents on managing screen time later in April 2026. Read the full article…
Read MoreBBC News: High screen time limits vocabulary in toddlers, research finds
Government research shows high screen time in under-fives is linked to poorer vocabulary and attention, prompting plans for England’s first official guidance on toddler screen use. Ministers say screens should be used more intentionally, alongside reading and interaction, rather than replacing them. Read the full article here.
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