What matters more than labelling children is that teachers and parents understand how to overcome the barriers to progress, says Garry Freeman, Special Education Needs Coordinator for a school in Leeds.

Expat Linda A. Janssen explains why learning another language isn't just useful, but can help build a better brain.

Almost 8,500 students were suspected of copying in their university applications last year, with new figures showing the number suspected of plagiarising their personal statements has more than tripled in a year.

With more children being diagnosed with special educational needs, those whose needs really are special may miss out on help, believes Graeme Archer.

THE number of budding students suspected of plagiarism in their university applications more than tripled last year, new figures show.