Scottish Education, Schools Today & Standards | Keir Bloomer | Family Talk

Family Courts, Domestic Abuse & Protecting Children | Julia Margo

What happens when a parent trying to protect their children enters a family court system that doesn’t always recognise abuse? In this episode of Care Visions Professional Talk, Humphrey Hawksley speaks with Julia Margo, co-founder of Fair Hearing, about domestic abuse, coercive control, safeguarding and the realities of navigating the family justice system. Julia shares her personal experience of discovering her former partner was a convicted child sex offender and the eight-year legal battle that followed while trying to protect her children. The conversation explores: * domestic abuse and coercive control * child protection and safeguarding * parental alienation allegations * trauma-informed justice * family court reform * resilience and recovery * supporting victims through legal systems Julia now works with survivors and legal professionals through Fair Hearing, helping improve understanding of victim experiences within the judiciary and wider justice system. Hosted by Humphrey Hawksley for Care Visions Professional Talk. Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families. Explore all episodes and resources: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Listen and follow: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre [https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks [https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks] Follow on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks [https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareVisionsTalks Join our mailing list for new episodes, events and updates: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Subscribe to stay connected with Care Visions Talks.

Scottish Education, Schools Today & Standards | Keir Bloomer | Family Talk

Are standards in Scottish education falling — and what’s really behind it? In this episode of Family Talk, Lucy Johnston speaks with Keir Bloomer, former Director of Education and one of the architects of Curriculum for Excellence. Drawing on decades of experience, Dr. Bloomer argues that standards in Scotland have declined, pointing to international data, curriculum design, and a shift away from knowledge-based learning. They discuss: Whether standards are truly falling What went wrong with Curriculum for Excellence The impact of school absence and lockdowns Behaviour challenges in schools The rise in additional support needs The role of parents, schools and government Whether education is keeping pace with AI A clear and thought-provoking conversation for parents, carers and professionals supporting young people. Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families. Explore all episodes and resources: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Listen and follow: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre [https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks [https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks] Follow on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks [https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareVisionsTalks Join our mailing list for new episodes, events and updates: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Subscribe to stay connected with Care Visions Talks.

More Children, Fewer Homes | Professor Claudia Bernard | Care Visions Professional TalkUntitled Episode

What happens when more children need care — but there are fewer homes to support them? In this episode of Care Visions Professional Talk, Professor Claudia Bernard (Goldsmiths, University of London) joins Humphrey Hawksley to explore the growing pressure on the UK care system. Drawing on decades of experience in social work and research, Professor Bernard explains why the system is under strain — and what’s changed over the past 30 years. This conversation covers: * Why more children are entering care — often later, with more complex needs * The shortage of foster carers and residential homes * How trauma, poverty, race, gender and class shape outcomes * Why relationship-based social work is becoming harder * The rise in complexity facing practitioners * The reality behind “county lines” and exploitation * Whether children are always best placed in family settings * The role of private providers in children’s care This is an honest, grounded discussion about the realities behind the system — and the difficult questions that don’t have easy answers. Final thought: If children don’t have hope, what do they have? Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families. Explore all episodes and resources: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Listen and follow: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre [https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks [https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks] Follow on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks [https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareVisionsTalks Join our mailing list for new episodes, events and updates: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Subscribe to stay connected with Care Visions Talks.

CHILDHOOD IN CRISIS | Dr Gabor Maté | Care Visions Family Talk: SpotlightUntitled Episode

CHILDHOOD IN CRISIS Why are so many children struggling today – and why does no one seem to have a clear answer? In this Care Visions Family Talk: Spotlight episode, host Lucy Johnston speaks to world-renowned trauma expert and bestselling author Dr Gabor Maté about the rising levels of anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders and emotional distress in children. As diagnoses increase and waiting lists grow, this conversation asks a deeper question: What if we’ve misunderstood childhood completely? Dr Maté challenges the idea that conditions like ADHD are primarily genetic, and instead explores how stress, environment and modern life are shaping children’s brains and behaviour. From early development and attachment to school systems, smartphones and family pressure, this episode looks at what’s really driving the crisis in childhood mental health. This is not an easy listen – but it is an essential one. #ChildhoodInCrisis #GaborMate #DrGaborMate #FamilyTalkSpotlight #CareVisionsTalks #ADHD #ChildMentalHealth #Parenting #Trauma #ChildhoodTrauma #MentalHealthAwareness #AnxietyInChildren #DepressionInChildren #Attachment #ScreenTime #ModernParenting #EmotionalDevelopment #BrainDevelopment #Fostering #CareExperienced Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families. Explore all episodes and resources: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Listen and follow: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre [https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks [https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks] Follow on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks [https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareVisionsTalks Join our mailing list for new episodes, events and updates: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Subscribe to stay connected with Care Visions Talks.

Are Smartphones Harming Children? The Truth About Screen Time | Mary Glasgow - Care Visions Family Talk

Children are growing up on screens earlier than ever — but what is it doing to their development, wellbeing and safety? In this episode of Care Visions Family Talk, host Lucy Johnston speaks with Mary Glasgow, Chief Executive of Children First, about the real impact of smartphones and social media on children’s lives. From rising anxiety and sleep issues to exposure to harmful content and online grooming, Mary shares what children and families are experiencing right now — and why this is becoming a public health issue. The conversation explores: Why screen use is starting younger than ever The link between smartphones and anxiety, low mood and self-esteem What children are actually seeing online (and why it’s worse than adults think) Whether banning social media would help — or create new risks Why delaying devices could make a difference The role of parents, schools and government in keeping children safe This is not about blame. It’s about understanding what’s changed — and what needs to happen next. #childrenandsmartphones #screentimechildren #socialmediasafety #onlinesafetychildren #parentingdigitalage #childdevelopmentscreens #anxietychildren #smartphonesandkids #maryglasgow #childrenfirstscotland #lucyjohnston #familytalkpodcast #carevisions #socialmediaban #onlinegroomingawareness #childmentalhealth Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families. Explore all episodes and resources: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Listen and follow: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/care-visions-talks/id1819875561] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre [https://open.spotify.com/show/2cG6jiszfjSBvyLsFjfpre] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks [https://www.youtube.com/@CareVisionsTalks] Follow on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks [https://instagram.com/carevisionstalks] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareVisionsTalks Join our mailing list for new episodes, events and updates: https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk [https://carevisionsfostering.co.uk/care-visions-family-talk] Subscribe to stay connected with Care Visions Talks.