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London Borough of Islington Home to School Travel Assistance Policy
This home to school travel assistance policy explains what help is on offer to get children and young people who live in Islington to education or training provision. This policy has been developed with full regard to Government guidance and legislation. If there are any…London Youth Labour Market Summary November 2023
London economy The forecast in 2023 is for more London jobs (3.4% in annual terms), with numbers predicted to fall in 2024 (0.4%) before moving to a longer-term average in 2025 (1.2%). Employment There are some differences in employment between London and the rest of…Long-term Conditions and Self-management
A long term condition is an illness which cannot currently be cured, but can be controlled and managed by medication, other therapies, making healthier lifestyle choices and managing the condition yourself. High blood pressure is the most common long-term condition in Islington. This is followed…Managing money
It pays to be a money expert! Whether you are a student, employee, apprentice or school leaver, you will benefit from improving your financial skills and knowledge. Rates of pay, National Minimum Wage rates, student finance, learner bursaries, taxes and benefits change each year, so you…Measuring progress for children with SEND
The progress of all groups of children has been a prominent issue for all schools since the introduction of the 2012 Ofsted inspection framework. Parents also want to see evidence of progress. The issue of showing progress is particularly challenging for children with special educational…Measuring Success
All children progress at different rates, and the same is true for children with SEND. Children and their needs are individual, and what is appropriate progress is therefore also individual, and has to be defined by success in meeting appropriately challenging SMART goals. The Council…Mediation
Mediation must be available to any parent or young person who is not happy with the final version of their Education Health and Care Plan. (Any disagreement about anything else is open to disagreement resolution, not mediation). Level 1 – Mediation Advice Access to mediation…Meet your Youth Councillors
Meet your Youth Councillors ***** Jammal Akinuwnmi-Othman "I am committed to everyone growing together and constantly getting better" Manifesto: Young people should vote for me because I'm young enough to relate to their viewpoints and listen attentively to their concerns while being mature enough to eloquently…The Mental Capacity Act
The Mental Capacity Act's starting point is the assumption that adults have the capacity to make all or some decisions for themselves, unless it is shown that they do not. If they do not, people should be given all appropriate help and support to allow them to…Mental Wellbeing in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a really happy and exciting time but can also bring some challenges to your mental wellbeing as you adjust to the physical and emotional changes that you are going through. More than 1 in 10 women (and many men) experience some mental…Miscellaneous (other) activities for primary schools
Find more activities about the world of work here You can find out more about a range of activities for primary schools in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your school or community group, please click…Miscellaneous (other) activities for secondary schools
Find more activities about the world of work here You can find out more about a range of activities for secondary schools in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your school or community group, please click…Money for learning 16-18
If you are starting college or a sixth form course, there may be bursaries or other funds to help you Ask in your school or college about Learner Bursaries, travel concessions and other financial help. Schools and colleges have funds to help students who can’t…Money to help full-time students
Check out the range of help below Family benefits – make sure your family is aware of all the benefits they can claim such as Child Benefit and Child Tax Credit or Universal Credit or call these helplines: Child Benefit - 0300 200 3100/textphone 0300 200 3103 Child Tax…Money, benefits and debt
Debt and Money Advice Services for Islington ResidentsAre you struggling with debt or money worries?Are things like benefit changes and increasing food and fuel prices affecting your income? Lots of organisations in Islington and nearby can help you free of charge. They can give you…More about the Islington Youth Council
What is the Youth Council? The Youth Council was set up by Islington Council in 2011 to give local young people a voice. The current Youth Council was elected in February 2020, and over 5000 11 to 17 year olds in Islington cast their vote. The…More about your choices in education and training after Year 11
At the end of Year 11 you must stay in learning until at least your 18th birthday This doesn't mean you must stay in school. You can choose an option to suit you from the following choices. Full-time course - if you are thinking about…More information on choosing subjects and courses in Year 8 or Year 9
It’s important to choose your options carefully Before you can make your decisions there are some steps you need to take: Think about yourself - subjects you like or dislike, do or don’t do well in Think about careers and what you want to do…More information on your options at the end of Year 11
Thinking about your options after Year 11? Your main choices are: full-time study an apprenticeship a job, self employment or voluntary work while also doing part-time education or training. Investigate all the choices, see what is available and how these fit in with your career…