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Children & Young People

Inquiry to Examine the Challenges of Special Educational Needs Reform in England

The UK government has launched an inquiry to address the vast challenges of reforming Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision in England. Announced by Helen Hayes MP, chair of the Commons Education Select Committee, the inquiry will investigate the systemic failings that have left children and young people who are designated as ‘having SEND’…

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7 Accessible Christmas Activities for Families in 2024

The festive season is the perfect time for families to come together and enjoy magical moments. To ensure everyone can take part, we’ve curated a list of inclusive and accessible Christmas activities happening across Bristol, Bath, and the surrounding areas. 1. Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock Join Shaun the Sheep and his woolly friends…

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National Youth Work Week Spotlight: An Interview with Jo Bale, WECIL Sessional Worker

In celebration of National Youth Work Week, we’re highlighting the dedication and passion of WECIL’s sessional team. Meet Jo Bale, who has been working with WECIL for over four years. Jo shares her journey into youth work, the unique aspects of her role, and the joy she finds in watching young people flourish. Tell us…

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A Summer of Fun and Growth with WECIL’s Children and Young People’s Services

As summer draws to a close, we’re looking back on a season filled not only with fun but also with tremendous growth for the children and young people we support. From action-packed group sessions to exciting trips and tailored 1:1 support, this summer has been all about making memories while fostering important life skills. A…

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Celebrating Playday 2024 at The Ardagh

Yesterday marked the much-anticipated national Playday 2024, celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of August. Playday is a unique event dedicated to the importance of play in children’s lives, highlighting how play nurtures health, happiness, creativity, and cultural exploration. This year, WECIL were thrilled to support the festivities in North Bristol, held at The Ardagh…

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Bristol Budget Cuts to Short Breaks for Disabled Children Threaten Family Stability

In a recent decision by Bristol City Council, the budget for Short Breaks for Disabled children will be cut by 10% starting next April. This move, initially proposed by the former Labour administration, has been met with strong opposition from parents/carers, charities, and Disabled People’s Organisations like WECIL. WECIL, which is the lead provider of…

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Join Our Team as a Sessional Worker: Make a Difference This Summer!

Are you looking for a rewarding and flexible job opportunity this summer? WECIL is seeking enthusiastic sessional workers to join our Children and Young People (C&YP) department. If you’re passionate about supporting Disabled and SEND children, we want to hear from you! Why we need you The school holidays can be a challenging time for…

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WECIL Celebrate Success at the Annual Play Awards!

We’re really happy to let you know that we’ve won The Altogether Different Award at the Annual Playwork Awards! This special event took place on Tuesday 5th March at the heart of the National Playwork Conference held in Eastbourne, which is hosted by Training, Playwork and Play CIC. Suzanna Law was the convenor of the…

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WECIL has been shortlisted for two more awards!

This week WECIL have learned that we have been shortlisted for two prestigious awards – having closed 2023 with a big win at the Locality Awards! Locally, we have been shortlisted for a Bristol Social Impact Award. Formerly known as the Voscurs, the Bristol Social Impact Awards bring together organisations across all sectors that strive…

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