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Alison Kelly – data issue
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VICTIMS
ADULT ACTIONS
Alison Kelly – data issue
Amina Noor (FGM)
The Conviction of Vanessa George
In 2009, Vanessa George, a nursery worker at Little Ted’s Nursery in Plymouth, was convicted of sexually abusing children in her care and taking indecent images. The case was particularly shocking bec... ...more
Case Reviews
March 18, 2025•2 min read
Shafilea Ahmed
Shafilea Ahmed was a 17-year-old British Pakistani girl from Warrington, England, who was murdered by her parents in 2003. Shafilea had been struggling against her parents' strict expectations and the... ...more
Case Reviews
March 14, 2025•3 min read
Awaab Ishak
In December 2020, two-year-old Awaab Ishak tragically died from a respiratory condition caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his family's housing association flat in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. ... ...more
Case Reviews
March 04, 2025•2 min read
Alfie Steele
Despite over 60 reports to social services and police between 2018 and 2020 expressing concerns for Alfie's welfare, opportunities to intervene were missed, and he died at the age of 9. ...more
Case Reviews
February 17, 2025•1 min read
Andy Ang Wei Jie
In 1999, a tragic case of child abuse in Ang Mo Kio, Singapore, resulted in the death of a 7-year-old boy, Andy Ang Wei Jie. The child had been systematically abused by her mother’s boyfriend. He had ... ...more
Case Reviews
February 12, 2025•2 min read
Isabella Jonas-Wheildon
Isabella was found deceased in a locked bathroom, having suffered fatal injuries. The court proceedings revealed a pattern of abuse leading up to the tragic event. ...more
Case Reviews
February 04, 2025•1 min read
Poppy Widdison
Poppy Widdison was a four-year-old girl from Grimsby who tragically died in June 2013. Her mother, Michala Pyke, and her partner, John Rytting, were found guilty of child cruelty after it was revealed... ...more
Case Reviews
January 30, 2025•2 min read
Alison Kelly - The importance of complete and accurate data
Ms Kelly, who was responsible for safeguarding at the hospital, acknowledged that she did not act on warnings from consultants about Letby's behaviour. ...more
Case Reviews
January 13, 2025•1 min read
How can On the Button Support Children with Additional Needs?
...knowing that all of this information is safely stored and easy to access gives me a sense of relief and confidence. When it's time for this child to move on to school, I can share everything with h... ...more
Case Stories
April 02, 2025•1 min read
How to support children with anxiety in the early years?
Anxiety is a natural response to unfamiliar situations, but for some young children, it can become overwhelming. Common triggers include separation from caregivers, changes in routine, new environment... ...more
Well-being
March 31, 2025•2 min read
What measures should be implemented to prevent the denial of medical care or the forcing of substance use, ensuring the health, safety, and rights of individuals are protected?
Children are among the most vulnerable in society, and it is essential that nurseries and preschools implement strong measures to protect their health, safety, and rights. This includes ensuring medic... ...more
Best Practice Ideas
March 30, 2025•2 min read
How do you Promote Positive Mental Health Among Early Years Practitioners?
Long hours, emotional labour, high expectations, and limited resources can contribute to stress and burnout. Supporting the mental well-being of practitioners is essential to maintaining a positive, n... ...more
Well-being
March 29, 2025•2 min read
How Can Being Exposed to Substance Abuse at Home Impact Early Years Children?
Children in their early years are highly vulnerable to the effects of their home environment. Early years practitioners play a crucial role in recognising signs of harm and taking appropriate action t... ...more
Types of Abuse
March 27, 2025•3 min read
Building Emotional Literacy in Early Years Children
Emotional literacy is the ability to recognise, understand, express, and manage emotions effectively. By fostering emotional intelligence, practitioners can equip children with the tools they need to ... ...more
Well-being
March 26, 2025•2 min read
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