Emma Calvert appears as guest on ‘Get Legally Speaking’ podcast
18th June 2026
3PB Barristers (3 Paper Buildings) education barrister, Emma Calvert, appears as guest on ‘Get Legally Speaking’ podcast discussing what every parent needs to know: behaviour is often communication, and a child’s difficulties should not be dismissed without asking why they are struggling and what support they may need.
Hosted by Hatti Suvari, in this episode they explore what parents can do when their child is struggling at school, what legal duties schools and local councils have to your child and how knowing your child’s legal rights can empower you to get them the support and help they deserve.
'My Child Is Struggling At School. What Are My Legal Rights To Get Help?’ is available to listen to now here.
To contact or instruct Emma, please email her Practice Manager Gemma Faulkner on [email protected] or call 020 7583 8055.
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