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Discover key findings from the UK Parent Study, part of the Research Simplified series. Explore insights from the UK Parent Study today. UK Parent Study - Key Findings What are UK parents really facing right now? We’ve taken one of the largest parent surveys in the UK - conducted by Parentkind and YouGov - and broken it down into clear, bite-sized insights. This resource highlights the real challenges families are navigating: 💰 Money worries and school costs 🧠 Mental health struggles 🕒 Time pressures 📱 Screen time battles 🏫 Feeling unsupported by schools You’ll also find out what matters, why it matters, and, most importantly, what you can do next. Whether you’re a parent looking for answers or an organisation seeking to understand families better, this is a great place to start. 📎 Dive into the findings, share with your friends, and join us in making research easier to access, understand, and use. 🔗 Want to read the full survey? The National Parent Survey 2024

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RECAP Consultancy and Research works with clients to provide research consultancy and advice on projects as well as delivering specific aspects of research such as survey design, conducting fieldwork, analysing data and evaluation. Find Support A trusted space to help you find the right support, when you need it. You don’t have to figure this out alone At RECAP, we know that parenting, education, and family life don’t come with a clear roadmap. And sometimes, what you really need is the right person, service, or support - not more information. This space has been created to help you find trusted, evidence-informed support across a range of areas that matter to families. Every person or organisation featured here has been carefully considered to ensure they align with RECAP values - grounded in research, experience, and a genuine commitment to supporting families. How this space works ✔ We prioritise evidence-informed, ethical, and compassionate practice ✔ We value both professional expertise and lived experience ✔ This is a signposting space - you can explore what feels right for you and your family Please note: RECAP signposts to external services but does not replace professional or clinical advice where this is needed. Explore SEND Support Support for families navigating Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including advocacy, understanding needs, and accessing the right provision. Child Development Understanding how children grow, learn, and develop — and what to look out for along the way. Food & Nutrition Evidence-informed guidance around feeding, nutrition, and building positive relationships with food. Tutoring & Teaching Support to help children build confidence, deepen understanding, and engage with learning in ways that work for them, including personalised tutoring, flexible teaching approaches, and resources for both school-based and home learning. Parenting Support Everyday support, guidance, and reassurance for the realities of parenting. Behaviour & Emotional Support Approaches to understanding behaviour, emotional regulation, and connection. Home & Alternative Education Support, resources, and communities for families who are home educating or considering this route. Mental Health & Wellbeing Support for both parents and children around emotional wellbeing, stress, and mental health. Want to be featured? Do you offer support to families in areas such as parenting, education, SEND, child development, or wellbeing? We’re always looking to grow this space with trusted, evidence-informed services. All contributors are reviewed to ensure alignment with RECAP values. Fill in the form below and we will be in touch! First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

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RECAP Consultancy and Research works with clients to provide research consultancy and advice on projects as well as delivering specific aspects of research such as survey design, conducting fieldwork, analysing data and evaluation. Behaviour Understanding behaviour with compassion and supporting your child with connection, not just correction. You’re not expected to navigate this alone Supporting a child with their behaviour can feel challenging at times - especially when you’re trying to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface. Behaviour is often a form of communication, but it isn’t always easy to interpret. Alongside this, there can be a lot of conflicting advice around how to respond, what approaches to take, and what is “right.” This space has been created to help you find trusted, evidence-informed support from people who understand both child development and the realities of family life. What you’ll find here Below, you’ll find a range of individuals and organisations who offer support across different areas of behaviour and emotional wellbeing. Each contributor has been reviewed to ensure they align with RECAP values - combining credible knowledge, professional expertise, and where relevant, lived experience. Remember! Every child, family, and situation is different. What works for one may not work for another and that’s okay. This page is here to help you explore your options and find support that feels right for you and your child. Start exploring Browse the contributors below to find support that fits your needs. Explore Supporting a shift towards relational, inclusive approaches to behaviour in schools and beyond. Therapeutic Thinking What they offer : Training programmes for schools and professionals (including the Therapeutic Thinking approach) Guidance on relational and trauma-informed practice Support to reduce exclusions and promote inclusion Resources to develop behaviour as communication approaches Consultancy for embedding whole-school cultural change More Info The Behaviour Bank What they offer: The Balance System approach to behaviour support Training and workshops for parents and professionals Practical strategies for understanding and responding to behaviour Resources to support emotional regulation and positive relationships Guidance for creating consistent and supportive environments Supporting children’s behaviour through balanced, practical, and relationship-focused approaches. More Info Know someone who should be here? We know that some of the most valuable support comes from people who truly understand what families are going through. If you’ve worked with a service or person you’d recommend, we’d love to hear about them. Fill in the form below and submit a recommendation and we will reach out to them! First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

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Explore effective strategies for Inclusion in the Classroom. Learn from Chelmsford's leading Education Research Center on inclusive education. Inclusion in the Classroom What does it really mean to feel included at school and what gets in the way? This resource simplifies a rich study that explored how secondary school students and teachers experience inclusion during lessons. It looked at what helps young people feel like they belong, what makes them feel left out, and how teachers navigate the challenges of creating inclusive classrooms. Through interviews, reflections, and discussions using real classroom photos, the study uncovered the emotional, relational, and practical layers of inclusion, showing that it’s complex, changeable, and deeply personal. 💬 You'll find out what inclusion looks like in real classrooms, why it’s not just about special educational needs, and how relationships and emotions play a crucial role. 📌 Whether you're an educator, parent, or policymaker, this resource offers thoughtful takeaways and practical steps to help you support more inclusive learning environments for all students. 🔗 Want to explore the full research? Comparing young people with and without SEND and teaching staff’s experiences of ‘inclusions’ in English secondary school classrooms.

Discover how gaming can support learning in children with autism. Learn how gaming can enhance development at our Chelmsford center. Gaming to Support Learning in Children with Autism Can games like Minecraft help children with autism stay engaged and learn more effectively in the classroom? This resource breaks down a small-scale but insightful study that explored how gamification — using elements of games in teaching — supported young children with autism (ASD) in mainstream primary schools. The research looked at how popular characters, challenges, and rewards helped boost focus, motivation, and understanding. 🧩 From interviews with teachers to classroom observations, this study shows that when gaming is used thoughtfully, it can transform how some children experience learning - especially those who thrive on structure, creativity, and familiar interests. Inside, you’ll find tips for parents and teachers on how to use game-based strategies both at home and in school - plus what to watch out for. 💡 Perfect for anyone working with or raising neurodivergent children, or for educators looking to create more inclusive and engaging classrooms. 📎 Dive into the findings, share with your friends, and join us in making research easier to access, understand, and use. 🔗 Want to read the full survey? Pedagogy: Using Television Shows, Games, and Other Media in the Classroom - Google Books

RECAP Consultancy and Research works with clients to provide research consultancy and advice on projects as well as delivering specific aspects of research such as survey design, conducting fieldwork, analysing data and evaluation. Home & Alternative Education Exploring education in a way that works for your child - with flexibility, confidence, and informed choice. You’re not expected to navigate this alone Choosing, or considering, education outside of mainstream schooling can feel like a big step. Whether you’re home educating, exploring flexischooling, or looking into alternative provision, there can be a lot to understand - from legal responsibilities and practicalities to finding the right approach for your child and your family. This space has been created to help you find trusted, evidence-informed support from people who understand both the systems and the lived realities of alternative education. What you’ll find here Below, you’ll find a range of individuals and organisations who offer support across different areas of home and alternative education. Each contributor has been reviewed to ensure they align with RECAP values - combining credible knowledge, professional expertise, and where relevant, lived experience. Remember! Every child, family, and situation is different. What works for one may not work for another and that’s okay. This page is here to help you explore your options and find support that feels right for you and your child. Start exploring Browse the contributors below to find support that fits your needs. Explore Education Otherwise Supporting families to understand and navigate home education with confidence and clarity. What they offer : Information and guidance on home education and legal responsibilities Support for families considering or already home educating Resources, advice, and community connections Advocacy and representation for home educating families More Info The Home Ed Daily Supporting home educating families with ideas, resources, and everyday learning support. What they offer: Daily activity ideas and learning inspiration Resources for home educating families Community engagement and support Practical guidance for day-to-day home education More Info Know someone who should be here? We know that some of the most valuable support comes from people who truly understand what families are going through. If you’ve worked with a service or person you’d recommend, we’d love to hear about them. Fill in the form below and submit a recommendation and we will reach out to them! First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Discover Eve Calderbank's bio and insights as a RECAP advisory board member at our Education Research Center in Chelmsford, UK. Learn more now! Eve Calderbank Sector Growth & Skills Lead, Essex County Council Development & Growth Panel Eve Calderbank brings a rich and varied background to the RECAP advisory board, combining experience in finance, local government, and community-building. After earning a media degree, Eve retrained as an accountant and worked in financial analysis for several years. Following her return from maternity leave, she transitioned into a role at Essex County Council, where she now supports local businesses through commissioning programmes and initiatives aimed at strengthening the local economy. aMotivated by her own experiences as a working mother, Eve founded a thriving community for women in business. Through social media and in-person networking events across Essex, she has created a space for connection, support, and empowerment—an achievement she considers the most rewarding of her career. Eve is passionate about creating inclusive and supportive environments, both professionally and personally. She was drawn to RECAP through her connection with Lucie, whose shared values and dedication to empowering others deeply resonated with her. Joining the advisory board allows Eve to contribute her skills in finance, community engagement, and strategic development to a mission she strongly believes in. Outside of her professional life, Eve enjoys running, playing netball, and spending time with her two young children, Molly and Teddy, as well as her friends and extended family.

Discover Sarah Sudea's expertise as an advisory board member at our Education Research Center in Chelmsford, UK. Learn more about Sarah Sudea. Sarah Sudea Founder, Finding the Flex Research Panel Sarah Sudea is a former secondary school teacher, mum to three daughters and founder of Finding the Flex: a social enterprise aiming to widen access to flexischooling for UK school children. Finding the Flex was borne from her first hand experience of the benefits of a more flexible approach to education and her frustration that flexischooling is already an available option, life changing for some children, but routinely misunderstood and overlooked by local authorities and school leaders. Finding the Flex now helps local authorities and schools offer flexischooling, so every child can thrive in education. Sarah is keen to support RECAP's endeavours to raise awareness of educational options that are often little known about. She brings her experience as a teacher, parent and family coach, specialising in school attendance difficulties.

Discover 🌿 Family First Aid Safety - mixed sessions in Chelmsford, UK. Perfect for parents, learn essential skills at home. 🌿 Family First Aid Safety awaits! 🌿 Family First Aid Safety - mixed First Aid covering mixed ages (0-18 Years) Book Now Overview Family life doesn’t fit neatly into one age group. From babies to teenagers, each stage brings different risks and different needs. Family First Aid is a practical 2-hour workshop designed for families with children across multiple ages. This session provides a broad, accessible foundation, helping you understand how to respond to common emergencies across childhood stages. This is real-life first aid for real-life parenting. This is not a formal paediatric first aid qualification course. It is a parent-focused confidence workshop designed for real-life family settings. Who Is This For? Families with children of different ages Grandparents Carers supporting mixed age groups Parents wanting a general first aid foundation No prior experience required. What’s Included Each participant receives: Practical CPR and choking practice Guided demonstrations and supported practice A Family Safety Confidence Guide Attendance certificate 1 What You Will Learn During this workshop, you will learn how to: Perform infant and child CPR Respond to choking Treat burns and scalds Recognise and respond to head injuries Manage allergic reactions Respond safely to seizures Understand when to call 999 Apply calm emergency response principles 2 Topics Covered Infant and child CPR overview Choking across age stages Burns and scalds Head injuries Allergic reactions Seizures When to call 999 Calm emergency response principles 3 How Long Is the Workshop? Duration : 2 hours Format : In-home group session (up to 6 participants included) Delivery style: Interactive, hands-on, scenario-based Larger community and school sessions are available on request. 4 Investment Pilot Offer: £10 per person (minimum of 6 participants) Available until October 2026 Usual price: £195 (up to 6 participants included) Additional participants: £20 per person When shared between 6 parents, this works out at approximately £32 per person.