In her report, the Children’s Commissioner for England, Dame Rachel de Souza highlights that while education reforms have raised standards for many, the most vulnerable children, those in care or facing major life challenges, are still being left behind. Drawing on findings from her recent School Census, she notes that schools are increasingly concerned about the lack of support from wider services. The Commissioner calls for ambitious, joined-up reform across education, health, and social care to ensure every child receives the care, stability, and opportunities they deserve. “Children in care must no longer be an afterthought,” she urges, emphasizing the need for bold action and a shared national vision that puts children’s voices at the heart of change.