Children10 hrs ago'My children would come at me with scissors'Surrey Police figures show reports of child violence towards their parents or carers are increasing.10 hrs ago3 days agoConcerns over future of scheme giving free books to babiesParents say the scheme helps them bond with their babies and establish early literacy skills.3 days ago3 days agoHundreds of children placed at risk in unregistered homes for months, MPs warnA government report says 800 children were placed in illegal settings for an average of six months last year.3 days ago5 days ago'From grass to glass' school milk scheme launchesThe scheme aims to raise awareness of the nutritional benefits of breakfast.5 days ago5 days agoCouncil encourages schools to ban phonesGuidance urges schools to prohibit phone use and encourages families to delay smartphone ownership.5 days ago6 days agoA crumbling system is depriving India's young offenders of a 'second chance'Experts say that children in conflict with the law are being let down by India's juvenile justice system.6 days ago6 days agoPraise for children's services turnaround A charity boss welcomes an Ofsted report praising changes in child protection in Herefordshire.6 days ago7 days agoSafe spaces needed for drug-addicted children, say grieving mumsMore children in England are in drug and alcohol treatment, but families say many cannot get help.7 days ago7 days agoService that once 'failed children' now rated goodHard work has led to "vast improvements" in services which had serious failings in 2022, says Ofsted.7 days ago...