Recent changes in social media regulations, particularly under the UK’s Online Safety Act, aim to make online spaces safer. These regulations impose stricter responsibilities on platforms to monitor and remove harmful content. However, while these changes represent progress, they also introduce new safeguarding concerns that need urgent attention.

Knife crime among young people remains a major concern in the UK, with devastating consequences for individuals, families, and communities. The government has introduced several measures to combat this issue, focusing on prevention, intervention, and stricter regulations.

In addition, technology solutions like CURA (TASC Software’s CURA) can play a crucial role in safeguarding at-risk youth and preventing violent crime.

The education sector has long been a hotbed of technological innovation, with schools adopting a range of software solutions to manage everything from attendance and grading to communication and curriculum delivery. However, the sheer number of systems in place can often lead to inefficiencies and fragmented processes.

That’s where TALAXY by TASC Software enters the picture—offering a unified, modular, and disruptive solution that could change the game for schools, transforming how educational institutions operate and manage various functions.

As education evolves, early years settings are embracing new trends to enhance learning experiences, foster development, and meet the needs of today’s children.

In 2025, several innovative practices are set to shape the classroom landscape, focusing on technology, inclusivity, and child-centred approaches. Here are the key trends to watch for in early years
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The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, debated in Parliament on 9th January 2025, represents a pivotal moment for addressing the needs of children in the UK.

The bill aims to enhance educational and mental health support, particularly for children in kinship care. However, concerns from charities suggest more comprehensive measures are needed to ensure its success.

The prevalence of smartphones in schools has sparked an ongoing debate about their impact on education and student wellbeing. While these devices offer convenience and connectivity, they also bring significant challenges, including distractions, misuse, and safeguarding concerns. Schools face the difficult task of balancing the benefits of technology with the need to create a safe and focused learning environment.
Leveraging technology like Talaxy, our powerful school data management software, can play a transformative role in promoting and maintaining positive behaviour in your classroom and throughout your school.