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The number of children in care is the highest it has been for 30 years, and despite politicians’ pledges to improve their life chances, they still fall behind their peers in school. But the picture is not altogether bleak.

Museums shake-up sparks fears of increased charges for schools

City-wide strategy will highlight the benefits for all-round well- being, reports Julia Horton

A mix of academic and practical subjects increases staying-on rates, study finds

Premier League and Creative Scotland find a way to harness the music- making talent of young fans, writes Julia Horton