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AI in schools – everything you need to know

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay. It’s already having a significant impact across the public sector -  from helping police identify criminals to improving cancer screening in the NHS.  

That’s why we are bringing the AI revolution to classroom – using it to modernise our education system, to back our teachers and deliver for our children.

Breaking down the digital divide in schools: What you need to know 

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A young boy with curly hair sits at a computer in a classroom, smiling at the camera. The background shows multiple computer monitors with blurred content. On the left side of the image, there is a blue banner with the Department for Education logo. Bold white and black text overlaid on the image reads: "BREAKING DOWN THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN SCHOOLS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW."

We've just committed £45 million to improve digital connectivity in schools to close the digital divide over the next year. We want to make sure that through this investment, no child is left behind and that we’re supporting teachers to …

World Book Day 2025: Reading for pleasure top tips for parents and teachers

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A group of diverse primary school children in white uniforms sit together in a bright classroom, smiling and looking towards an adult reading a book. A teacher or parent holds the book in the foreground, slightly out of focus. The background features classroom supplies and a window letting in natural light. Overlaying the image are banners with text: 'World Book Day 2025: Reading for Pleasure – Top Tips for Parents and Teachers,' along with logos for the Department for Education, World Book Day (6 March 2025), and the National Literacy Trust.

Guest post by the National Literacy Trust World Book Day isn’t just about putting together a great costume idea, it’s about showing children the power of reading. Reading lets children discover new worlds, meet new people and learn about the …

Hundreds of thousands of parents can now access 15 hours funded childcare for 9-month-olds – how to apply

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Hundreds of thousands of eligible working parents can now access 15 hours government-funded early education for children aged 9-months-old and older after new rules kicked in from 1 September 2024. Those who are eligible to take advantage of the scheme …

Keeping children safe in education settings: everything you need to know  

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An image of teenagers at school putting files into lockers with the text: 'KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE IN EDUCATION: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW'

Schools should be safe places where children can focus on learning and staff can focus on delivering a great education.  In light of recent events, such as the tragic death of a boy after a stabbing at a Sheffield school, …

What is a 'green' apprenticeship and where could it take you

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This series of National Apprenticeship Week Education Hub posts was curated and written by Lauren, the Department for Education’s new communications apprentice.  There are a range of apprenticeships available in the green economy and during National Apprentice Week we want …