As the UK marks World Obesity Day on 4 March 2026, Professor Kristy Howells explores the growing challenge of childhood obesity and argues that recognising obesity as a chronic disease […]
Supporting the next generation of social workers with courtroom skills
Lauren Martins and Claire Yates explain how, in the face of ever-increasing scrutiny on child safeguarding, they are building a meaningful bridge between theory and practice, and preparing the next generation of social work professionals to […]
What does a happy child look like? The seven hidden barriers undermining children’s wellbeing
As the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill reaches its final stages in the House of Lords, Professor Kristy Howells asks if the Bill will achieve its aim to ‘introduce a […]
From CCCU to the BAFTA: celebrating our film talent and the magic of cinema
Ahead of this weekend’s BAFTA Film Awards ceremony, Jane Milton talks films, graduate success and how we should all be supporting our local cinemas. As a BAFTA winner, I will […]
Celebrating Early Childhood excellence
Kerry Holman and Amy McKaughan highlight the importance of recognising, and celebrating, the exceptional work and creativity shaping the future of early childhood education, especially undergraduate research. Last month the […]
This is my place: how movement can help children feel like they belong
Professor Kristy Howells explains how her research shows that by offering high-quality, inclusive, and autonomous movement opportunities, we do more than boost health stats – we foster a school culture […]
Celebrate apprenticeships: fuelling lifelong learning, skill development, and career growth
Helen Hatter explains how apprenticeships are at the heart of driving lifelong learning, empowering people with knowledge, and providing opportunities for skill development and career growth. This year’s theme […]
Sustainability and slowness in a precarious world
Dr Alex Cockain explains how we need to ensure the right conditions if we are to meet our sustainable goals. Sustainability is commonly understood as a long-term, balanced approach to […]
Metaphors of despair and hope in Christmas words and music
Professor Janet Melville-Wiseman urges you to look beyond the obvious, and find hope this season in the unfamiliar and unexpected. For many people the annual Festival of Nine Lessons and […]