Vulnerable children in lockdown ‘national concern’

The “invisibility of vulnerable children” during the pandemic should be a “matter of national concern,” says England’s chief inspector of schools.

Amanda Spielman warns when many pupils were out of school in the lockdown, teachers might not have picked up early warning signs of abuse or neglect.

The chief inspector says such children, at risk of harm, slipped out of sight.

Launching her annual report, Ms Spielman says it should now be a priority to find such overlooked cases.

The NSPCC has raised concerns about risks to vulnerable children during the lockdown. Here are some snapshots from calls to the charity.

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