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The reviews in this section relate to education and young people
Significant national reforms led Bracknell Forest’s Overview and Scrutiny function to review 14-19 years education entitlement. The review included consideration of whether the entitlement would meet the needs of young people not in education, employment or training, particularly as the age of compulsory participation in education and training is increasing.
To examine the provision of music teaching and the opportunities for children and young people to experience and perform music in Tameside.
The aim of the review was to examine whether playgroups, once established, could be financially sustained in both rural and urban areas. Considerations included support provided to playgroups, accessibility and the impact of healthy eating directives.
The aim of the Scrutiny investigation was to assess how the Council’s summer playschemes make provision for children with complex needs.