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National Association for Pastoral Care in Education (NAPCE)
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Founded 1982. Pastoral care & personal-social education & the welfare of students of all ages in schools. UK Based. Organiser of the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education.

Publisher of the leading journal Pastoral Care In Education.
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"Keir Starmer tells MPs he is open to social media ban for young people" from The Guardian

Read it here: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jan/13/keir-starmer-tells-mps-he-is-open-to-australian-style-social-media-ban

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #SocialMedia
January 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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Does your school have a great #PastoralCare idea that deserves recognition?

ENTER/NOMINATE NOW! 'Pastoral Development of the Year' Award🏆

Enter the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 here: https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open
January 15, 2026 at 10:42 AM
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🌱 Supporting the whole school community 🌱

The National Association for Pastoral Care in Education supports schools in nurturing wellbeing, inclusion and resilience. Through guidance, training and advocacy, it helps staff create caring cultures where every learner can thrive.

#NAPCE #PastoralCare
January 14, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Save the date!

Join Pupil Pathways for another session of Transition Champions on Thursday 5th February: a free webinar focused on trauma-informed and inclusive transition.

📅 Thursday 5th of February
⌚4pm
🏢Online
🎟️ https://tinyurl.com/inclusive-transition

#InclusiveTransition
January 14, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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Does you know a Pastoral Leader who deserves special recognition for their work? ⭐️

ENTER NOW! 'Pastoral Leader of the Year' Award 🏆

Enter the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 here: https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open/
January 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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"Given the choice, do we want SEND segregation in education?" from Schools Week

Read it here: https://schoolsweek.co.uk/given-the-choice-do-we-want-send-segregation-in-education/

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #ChildWelfare #SEND #Inclusion
January 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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NAPCE is very proud to support the @ascl-uk.bsky.social Conference for Pastoral Leaders 2026 & we will be in attendance.

Find out more here: https://www.ascl.org.uk/professional-development/Events/ASCL-Conference-for-Pastoral-Leaders

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools
January 13, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Do you know someone working in pastoral care who deserves special recognition for their work?

ENTER NOW! 'Pastoral Member of Staff of the Year' 🏆

Enter National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open
January 13, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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As a member of NAPCE, you’re not just joining an organisation—you’re joining a national community committed to the wellbeing, safeguarding, and personal development of children and young people.

👉 Join NAPCE for 2026.

https://www.napce.org.uk/membership
January 12, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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"Ban social media for under-16s, top teaching union urges UK government" from The Guardian

Read it here: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/jan/11/ban-social-media-for-under-16s-top-teaching-union-urges-uk-government

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #SocialMedia
January 12, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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Do you know a pastoral care team which deserves special recognition for their work? ⭐️

ENTER/NOMINATE NOW! 'Pastoral Team of the Year' Award 🏆

Enter the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open
January 12, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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New data shows the likelihood of young people experiencing a mental health problem has risen by 50% in just three years. This is a call to action. Pastoral care in education is vital to support, listen and help young people thrive.

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #MentalHealth
January 9, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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"Explicit deepfakes: Preparing a school-wide response" from SecEd

Read it here: https://www.sec-ed.co.uk/content/safeguarding-digest/deepfake-risks-schools-safeguarding-guidance

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #Safeguarding #Teaching #Teacher #mentalhealth #DeepFakes #AI
January 9, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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Does your school deserve special recognition for its #pastoralcare work? ⭐️

ENTER NOW! 'Pastoral School of the Year' Award 2026 🏆

Enter the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 here: https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open/
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Save the date!

Join Pupil Pathways for another session of Transition Champions on Thursday 5th February: a free webinar focused on trauma-informed and inclusive transition.

📅 Thursday 5th of February
⌚4pm
🏢Online
🎟️ https://tinyurl.com/inclusive-transition

#InclusiveTransition
January 8, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Do you have a great record of supporting young people through school transition?

ENTER/NOMINATE NOW! 'Effective Pastoral Care to Support Transition Award

National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open
January 8, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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"Schools want help in 'lonely battle' against vapes" from BBC News

Read it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2pj2ez7evo

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #Vapes
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Celebrate great pastoral care! 🌟 Enter the NAPCE National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 to gain national recognition, boost staff morale, share best practice & showcase the impact of your work on wellbeing & inclusion.

Enter here: www.napce.org.uk/national-awa...
National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 - ENTRY NOW OPEN - NAPCE
Entry for the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 is now OPEN. The Awards is the first and only scheme based in the UK to recognise great practice of pastoral care providers in the edu...
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January 7, 2026 at 3:44 PM
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NAPCE is very proud to support the @ascl-uk.bsky.social Conference for Pastoral Leaders 2026 & we will be in attendance.

Find out more here: https://www.ascl.org.uk/professional-development/Events/ASCL-Conference-for-Pastoral-Leaders

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools
January 7, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Does your organisation raise awareness of #PastoralCare? ⭐️

ENTER/NOMINATE NOW! 'Raising Awareness About Pastoral Care' Award 🏆

Enter the National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 here: https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open

#NAPCE26
January 7, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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www.napce.org.uk/membership
Membership - NAPCE
Membership of NAPCE is for anyone whose work involves: Care and concern for young people and their needs; Young people’s personal, social and emotional development; Pastoral care as a specialist or no...
www.napce.org.uk
January 6, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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Pastoral care in education matters more than ever 💙
Join a national community championing wellbeing, safeguarding & inclusion in schools & colleges.

✔️ Access to Journal 'Pastoral Care in Education'
✔️ Professional support & guidance
✔️ Events & good practice
✔️ A strong voice for pastoral care

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January 6, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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"Price increase on school meals will 'acutely' affect children in poverty" from BBC News

Read it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjrzddd4yrdo

#NAPCE #PastoralCare #Education #Schools #FreeSchoolMeals #Poverty
January 6, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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Do you know a person, group or org that has made a real difference in pastoral care?

ENTER/NOMINATE NOW! 'Outstanding Contribution to Pastoral Care' Award

National Awards for Pastoral Care in Education 2026 https://www.napce.org.uk/national-awards-for-pastoral-care-in-education-2026-entry-now-open
January 6, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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In 2026, NAPCE is leading the way in pastoral care in education—supporting wellbeing, inclusion, and thriving school communities. 💙

Be part of the movement shaping compassionate education.

👉 Join us as we lead, connect, and inspire pastoral care in education.

#NAPCE #PastoralCare
January 5, 2026 at 12:54 PM