Whizz Kidz announce new education report

Whizz Kids, a leading charity for young wheelchair users, has announced the launch of Making the Grade, a new education report developed by the charity’s Youth Board.

The report, launched on Thursday 6 June, was designed to help schools become inclusive environments for wheelchair users by outlining the findings of original research undertaken by the Youth Board through evidence-gathering and lived experience. The report also presents recommendations based on these findings which focus on Accessibility, Best Practice, and Change.

Among the top recommendations are:

• mandatory annual physical accessibility audits in all UK schools
• improved teacher training on inclusion
• better support for wheelchair users during work experience placements.

The report was launched at an event held at Portcullis House in Westminster and was attended by education professionals, disability advocates, and MPs from across various parties.

Along with the report, the Youth Board stated:

“We believe inclusive education isn’t just a moral obligation — it’s a social and economic imperative.

“Better access now means more disabled young people progressing into higher education, employment, and active citizenship. We can help make that happen.”

Chief Executive of Whizz Kids Sarah Pugh said:

“Every young person has the right to a fair and equal education.

“We are incredibly proud of our Youth Board for leading this important work and demonstrating that young people’s voices can drive real change.”

For more information, visit the Whizz Kidz website here.