News for professionals
This section contains news and up-to-date information from NDCS and other organisations in the field of childhood deafness. To get get regular email news updates why not join NDCS?
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Seeking good practice examples of working with BME families
NDCS is currently collating case studies which demonstrate effective working with BME families, deaf children and young people. The aim is to share information on good practice around access and raise awareness of some of the barriers. These case studies will be showcased on our website. -
Government protects funding for SEN specialist support services
The Department for Education has today confirmed that local authorities will not lose funding for specialist SEN support services in 2012/13 as a result of the academies programme. -
New event referral scheme
Can you refer a deaf child / young person benefit from our range of youth events? -
Update on voluntary recall of cochlear implant
Cochlear UK have issued an update (November 2011) following investigations into the cause of the breakdowns and have identified the fault. -
4th Annual Conference: Creating a World Class School for the Deaf - International Developments in Design for Schools for the Deaf
As Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children’s looks forward to moving into state-of-the-art new facilities as part of the King’s Cross Development in North London, the school’s 4th annual conference will focus on what is required to design and build a world class school for the deaf. -
Information and Advice for deaf young people 12 – 18 years
It is important young people get the right support when they need it and knowing where to access information and advice is a great start. -
BME Volunteers needed in East Midlands and North West England
We are currently recruiting for BME volunteers to join our team.





