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Education and SEND Reforms

Recently added - Find out more about the Education and SEND reforms (February 2026).

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Amber heat health alert 8-12 July

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an Amber Heat Health Alert for all regions in England, from 9am on Wednesday 8 July until 9pm on Sunday 12 July. Rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. For advice on staying cool, signs of heat exhaustion, swimming safely outdoors, fire safety, and more: Summer wellbeing

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental difference which is described through behaviour, inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity.

ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Process

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Supporting Your Child or Young Person

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While everyone will show these behavioural traits sometimes, someone with ADHD will present with one or more of these difficulties persistently. Someone with ADHD may find it hard to sit still, concentrate and can act on impulse, all of which impacts on their everyday life.

Like everyone, people with ADHD are individuals and their experiences will be different, but it’s important to remember that each of the three characteristics have advantages as well as challenges.

More information can be found at: ADHD UK.

Last updated: 14/07/2025